SC lawmakers to continue special session called by governor
SC lawmakers reconvened for a special session Friday morning, May 15, 2026, after Governor Henry McMaster issued an executive order.
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Bill to increase minimum penalties for sexual exploitation of minor headed to governor’s desk
A bill increasing the minimum penalties for sexual exploitation of a minor is headed to the governor’s desk to become law.
Advocates call on governor to keep state’s congressional map in tact
With the Senate voting not to take up redistricting earlier this week, some Republicans are calling for Governor Henry McMaster to call lawmakers back to Columbia to take up the issue.
Ferrara Candy Company selects Orangeburg County for first South Carolina operation
A candy company known for well known candy brands in the U.S. announced plans to establish its first South Carolina operation, says the Governor’s Office.
Gov. Henry McMaster’s federal major disaster declaration approved by president
Governor Henry McMaster says his February 24, 2026, request for a Major Disaster Declaration was approved by President Donald J. Trump.
McMaster authorizes deployment of 200 SC National Guardsmen to D.C.
Governor Henry McMaster has authorized the deployment of 200 South Carolina National Guardsmen to Washington, D.C.
Governor McMaster releases statement on President Biden’s visit
Governor Henry McMaster released a statement regarding President Joe Biden’s visit to the Palmetto state.
Gov. McMaster calls for increase in illegal gun penalties
Governor McMaster wants lawmakers to pass legislation that increases the penalties for illegal gun possession at the State House.
Governor McMaster wants lawmakers to pass legislation that increases the penalties for illegal gun possession at the State House.
Governor McMaster to deliver 2023 State of the State address tomorrow
Governor Henry McMaster is set to deliver his 2023 State of the State Address tomorrow.
Governor Henry McMaster is set to deliver his 2023 State of the State Address tomorrow.
Gov. McMaster to lower State Capitol flags half-staff in honor of Arthur Ravenel
Governor Henry McMaster ordered the State Capitol flags to be lowered to half-staff in honor of Arthur Ravenel, Jr. on Jan. 20 from sunrise until sunset.
Governor Henry McMaster ordered the State Capitol flags to be lowered to half-staff in honor of Arthur Ravenel, Jr. on Jan. 20 from sunrise until sunset.
