Rep. Bill Herbkersman and Rep. Weston Newton present Dennis Nielsen with the Order of the Palmetto, the highest award in the state, for all that he's done for the people of South Carolina.
“They’ll come in with a mental health issue and a drug problem, and … it’s one of these where they’re sent somewhere else. So there’s no economy of scales right there, but also two, it’s the worst thing we can do for our constituents if we’re putting money in this to get them well,” Rep. Bill Herbkersman (R-Beaufort) and the sponsor of the House bill, said during Wednesday’s debate.
"South Carolina has recently been identified as having the most fragmented healthcare delivery system in the nation, along with some of the worst healthcare outcomes." - Rep. Bill Herbkersman + Rep. Weston Newton
“He’s been supportive throughout the whole journey. “Without that legislative support we really wouldn’t be where we are now.” - Dr. James T. McElligott, a pediatrician at the MUSC and a co-chair of the SC Telehealth Alliance
South Carolina voters will be presented with two strong fiscal responsibility Constitutional Amendments on General Election Day, November 8th.
I was recently honored to receive two honorary doctorate degrees. The University of SC recognized me for my support and efforts to improve and secure funding for higher education, especially at the University of SC Beaufort campus. MUSC bestowed this honor in recognition for my work in securing health services during the pandemic, in addition to my support for programs that benefit health care workers. It is an honor for which I'm very grateful!
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