By Bryce Fiedler and Vance Ginn, Ph.D. With its vibrant cities, relatively cheap cost of living, and thriving industries like manufacturing, healthcare and hospitality, it’s obvious why South Carolina is one of the fastest growing states in the nation. To keep its competitive edge and protect the interests of taxpayers, it is imperative that state …
Posted: September 14, 2022 by South Carolina Policy Council
Bridging the divide: A balanced approach to short-term rental regulation
The annual college football game between South Carolina and Georgia kicks off in Columbia this weekend, and local short-term renters couldn’t be happier. A recent search of Airbnb listings in Columbia indicated that far more homes were booked ahead for gameday weekend than the weekend prior (when the UofSC football team was out of town), …
Posted: September 9, 2022 by South Carolina Policy Council
Poll: Expanded healthcare choices key for SC voters
Palmetto State voters want expanded healthcare options through increased choice and competition, according to a new poll conducted on behalf of the South Carolina Policy Council. Specifically, voters are in favor of ending the state’s Certificate of Need (CON) requirement for hospitals and healthcare facilities. They also strongly support giving nurse practitioners more autonomy, allowing …
Posted: September 6, 2022 by South Carolina Policy Council
Poll: South Carolinians want more access, choice in public education
Voters in South Carolina want bold action to increase access and choice in public education, according to a new poll conducted on behalf of the South Carolina Policy Council. The survey results indicate that voters are concerned about their public schools and believe in policies that expand school choice to address those concerns. The results continue …
Posted: August 29, 2022 by South Carolina Policy Council
Poll: SC voters not sold on constitutional amendments – yet
Two proposed constitutional amendments that would increase the state’s reserve “rainy-day” accounts to help South Carolina government manage budget shortfalls have yet to gain popular support, and more voter education is needed to ensure passage, according to a new South Carolina Policy Council voter survey. South Carolina voters will decide on two constitutional amendments this …
Posted: August 26, 2022 by South Carolina Policy Council
Student loan forgiveness the wrong policy for nation, South Carolina
President Joe Biden recently announced his long-rumored student loan forgiveness plan, a policy that will further burden South Carolina taxpayers and do nothing to address the fundamental problems behind rising college tuition. Under the plan, single individuals making less than $125,000 qualify for $10,000 in federal student loan forgiveness, while Pell Grant recipients (based on …
Posted: August 24, 2022 by South Carolina Policy Council
Poll: South Carolina Democrats, African American voters leaving Biden
A focus on the wrong issues has left Biden’s most loyal supporters dropping him College loan forgiveness is the wrong policy for nation, South Carolina President Biden continues to lose support in South Carolina as only 34% of state voters say they approve of his job performance. That’s according to a new poll by Morning Consult conducted …
Posted: August 3, 2022 by South Carolina Policy Council
Sustainable budgeting: a new path for South Carolina
By Bryce Fiedler and Vance Ginn, Ph.D. With its vibrant cities, relatively cheap cost of living, and thriving industries like manufacturing, healthcare and hospitality, it’s obvious why South Carolina is one of the fastest growing states in the nation. To keep its competitive edge and protect the interests of taxpayers, it is imperative that state …
Posted: July 27, 2022 by South Carolina Policy Council
Transparency check-in: streaming at the Statehouse
To encourage more transparency in state government, SCPC has been examining how frequently legislative committee meetings are livestreamed to the public. These committees have the important job of reviewing and approving bills before they reach the House and Senate floor, and committee members will often propose changes in the process. We contend that streaming during …
Posted: June 9, 2022 by South Carolina Policy Council
SCPC Voter Poll Release (May 31 – Jun 3, 2022)
. . Inflation, gas prices are top concerns for SC voters as lawmakers return to Columbia for special session Inflation and gas prices are among the most pressing concerns for South Carolina voters. Voters also feel positive towards legislative reform efforts focused on taxes, education, elections and transparency. 82% of likely S.C. 2022 general election …
Posted: May 20, 2022 by South Carolina Policy Council
Inflation in SC shows need for bold tax cuts
Record breaking prices are making everyday life harder for Americans, especially for some in South Carolina. Indeed, by some measurements, the Palmetto State (and the South generally) is experiencing higher inflation than the rest of the country. The big picture In the South, overall prices have jumped by 8.8% in the last year (Apr 2021 …