South Carolina Lawmaking

South Carolina Senate Defeats Tort Reform Bill, Sparks ControversySouth Carolina Senate Defeats Tort Reform Bill, Sparks Controversy

South Carolina Senate Defeats Tort Reform Bill, Sparks Controversy

News Summary The South Carolina Senate has stirred controversy following the defeat of a significant tort reform bill proposed by…

5 days ago
South Carolina Senate Rejects Tort Reform Bill S.244South Carolina Senate Rejects Tort Reform Bill S.244

South Carolina Senate Rejects Tort Reform Bill S.244

News Summary On March 6, 2025, the South Carolina State Senate voted against the S.244 Tort Reform Bill, a significant…

6 days ago
Historic Execution in Columbia, South CarolinaHistoric Execution in Columbia, South Carolina

Historic Execution in Columbia, South Carolina

News Summary Columbia, South Carolina, prepares for a historic moment as Brad Sigmon is scheduled to be executed by firing…

1 week ago
Setback for Tort Reform in South Carolina SenateSetback for Tort Reform in South Carolina Senate

Setback for Tort Reform in South Carolina Senate

News Summary The South Carolina Senate voted against a critical lawsuit reform bill aimed at alleviating the soaring insurance costs…

1 week ago
Adair F. Boroughs Terminated as U.S. Attorney in South CarolinaAdair F. Boroughs Terminated as U.S. Attorney in South Carolina

Adair F. Boroughs Terminated as U.S. Attorney in South Carolina

News Summary Adair F. Boroughs has been unexpectedly fired from her position as U.S. Attorney in South Carolina by the…

1 week ago
Proposed Changes to Liquor Liability Laws in South CarolinaProposed Changes to Liquor Liability Laws in South Carolina

Proposed Changes to Liquor Liability Laws in South Carolina

News Summary As liquor liability insurance costs soar, South Carolina lawmakers propose changes to the state's laws to support local…

2 weeks ago
Brad Sigmon Seeks Delay in Execution Amid Legal ControversiesBrad Sigmon Seeks Delay in Execution Amid Legal Controversies

Brad Sigmon Seeks Delay in Execution Amid Legal Controversies

News Summary Condemned inmate Brad Sigmon is requesting a delay in his execution scheduled for March 7, citing the delayed…

4 weeks ago
Governor McMaster’s Ambitious Budget Plans Ahead of Tenth AddressGovernor McMaster’s Ambitious Budget Plans Ahead of Tenth Address

Governor McMaster’s Ambitious Budget Plans Ahead of Tenth Address

News Summary As South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster prepares for his eighth State of the State Address on January 13,…

2 months ago
South Carolina Considers Hands-Free Driving LegislationSouth Carolina Considers Hands-Free Driving Legislation

South Carolina Considers Hands-Free Driving Legislation

News Summary South Carolina lawmakers are preparing to introduce hands-free driving legislation aimed at reducing distracted driving. New bills propose…

2 months ago