South Carolina to Move to Phase 1b of COVID-19 Vaccination Plan on March 8, 2021

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4/7/21: Gov. Henry McMaster Names Next Department of Health and Human Services Director

“Robbie Kerr is respected by both republicans and democrats and has a sterling reputation for integrity, professionalism, candor, and collaborative leadership. We are delighted that he has agreed to take on this position at this critical time in our state’s history.” read more

4/7/21: THE LATEST COVID-19 DATA

The latest data from the SC DHEC see data

4/1/21: South Carolina Tops Two Million COVID-19 Vaccinations Given

 “We’re grateful to our local leaders, providers, and community partners for their efforts to get shots into arms as quickly as possible. They’ve not only helped our state achieve this two-million-dose milestone, but they’ve also allowed us to open up vaccines to all South Carolinians 16 and older much faster that we initially anticipated." read more

3/30/21: PGA Tour announces event at Jasper County’s Congaree Golf Club

“Tour officials announced Tuesday that Congaree Golf Club will be the site of a new tournament June 10-13. The event, which has not yet been named, will replace the RBC Canadian Open on the tour schedule after it was canceled because of the COVID-19 pandemic." read more

3/5/21: Gov. McMaster removes mask mandate for S.C. restaurants, government buildings

“Now that the majority of South Carolinians are eligible to receive the vaccine, and infections and hospitalizations have dropped significantly, state agency heads may safely bring back the last group of state employees working remotely,” Gov. McMaster said. read more

2/26/21: Gov. McMaster to lift COVID-19 restrictions on mass gatherings, alcohol sales in SC

South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster says COVID-19 safety measures related to the sale of alcohol and mass gatherings will end effective Monday, March 1. read more

2/24/21: Still no movement on bill prioritizing coronavirus vaccines for teachers

The Senate passed a politically motivated bill moving teachers up to Phase 1A, but what they aren’t saying is that doing so would be at the expense of our elderly population. How many doses are needed? What providers are you working with? What is your exact starting date? We can’t just say we want teachers vaccinated. We have to have a plan to have them vaccinated. read more

2/18/21: SC governor signs abortion ban, prompting immediate lawsuit

"SC's bill requires doctors to perform ultrasounds to check for a heartbeat in the fetus. If one is detected, the abortion can only be performed if the pregnancy was caused by rape or incest or the mother’s life is in danger." read more

2/17/21: SC House members pass fetal heartbeat bill; One vote left before it goes to governor

"Legal experts say trying to predict what the Supreme Court will decide on abortion is nearly impossible, especially with new members on the bench. So the journey for this legislation is far from over." read more

2/2/21: SCDOT to discontinue toll on Hilton Head's Cross Island Parkway this summer

"Good news for Hilton Head travelers and commuters: the Cross Island Parkway toll will be no more effective this summer." read more

1/28/21: SC Senate passes Fetal Heartbeat Bill aimed at banning most abortions

"The bill would ban abortions in the state once a heartbeat is detected, which usually occurs around six to eight weeks into a woman’s pregnancy. Senators did vote to add four exceptions to the ban: in the case of rape, incest, a fetal anomaly, or if the mother’s life is threatened by her pregnancy." see data

1/20/21: Medical marijuana bill gains support from S.C. medical professionals

"Herbkersman hosted a virtual news conference on Tuesday put on by the SC Compassionate Care Alliance, which featured several medical professionals advocating for a treatment they say would help a lot of people live happier and healthier lives." read more

12/11/20: 12/11/20: BLUFFTON NAMED SAFEST CITY IN SC

"The report used comprehensive data based on violent, property and hate crimes, in addition to factors like household income, average rent and health insurance. They also took into account of natural disaster safety and public health safety." read more

10/1/20: 'Not on our watch.' State leaders vow to save Parris Island

"We are confident, but we are alert and we will be sure that the closure does not happen," McMaster said. read more

9/28/20: S.C. lawmakers approve $40 million in grants for minority, small businesses

"Priority will be given to minority businesses, applicants that did not receive other assistance, such as a Paycheck Protection Program loan or other CARES funds, to businesses with 15 or fewer employees and to businesses that demonstrate the greatest financial need." read more

9/24/20: Board denies controversial plan to put luxury ‘ecotourism’ resort on SC barrier island

"After hearing calls from citizens to reject a proposed resort on an uninhabited Lowcountry barrier island, a Beaufort County zoning board voted unanimously Thursday night to deny the request." read more

9/11/20: Citizen coalition pushes to enact hate crimes legislation in S.C.

SC is one of only three states in the country without a law that criminalizes crimes committed out of hate for a person’s race, religion, sexuality or gender. I’m proud to co-sign this legislation, introduced by Representative Beth Bernstein for House 78 and Representative Wendell G. Gilliard, along with my colleague Representative Weston Newton, SC House 120. It is an example of taking partisanship out of the equation and uniting for the common good. read more

9/8/2020: SC Leaders applaud Pres. Trump's decision to halt offshore exploration

“South Carolina is blessed with the most beautiful and pristine beaches, sea islands, and marshes in the nation. Seismic testing and offshore drilling threatens their health and jeopardizes the future of our state’s $24 billion tourism industry. Today’s announcement is good news, but we must remain vigilant in the conservation and preservation of our coastline.” Gov. Henry McMaster. read more

8/1/20: Biologists detail improved facilities, services at Waddell Mariculture Center

“Rep. Herbkersman was instrumental in getting $1.2 million to renovate the facility. That enabled us to essentially gut our lab building,” ... “And after that, we were able to secure some other federal funds so that we could redo our entire factory.” - Director Erin Levesque, Waddell Maricultural Center. read more

7/21/20: Gov. McMaster Announces SAFE Grants

Understanding SAFE Grants, a program, developed by Gov. Henry McMaster, to address the educational needs of eligible K5-12 students who attend a participating independent school in SC. read more

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