"This is a win. You know if we can get this across the finish line, it's gonna help a lot of South Carolinians, who have the means and ability to better their housing. It's gonna do that. It's gonna remove that barrier and still protect landlords and not take away their ability to assess whether or not someone can pay their rent," says Schuessler.
"Hospitality Day" at the State House draws a large crowd of foodies and legislators each year. But it's not just a day for great eats. It also serves to remind lawmakers of the pressing issues affecting the industry.
The South Carolina Department of Social Services (SCDSS) is implementing enhanced fraud-prevention measures to further safeguard Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients and protect their benefits, says the dept.