Public Policy Updates

Together SC is a proactive advocacy partner for South Carolina’s nonprofit sector. We track legislative and policy issues that affect nonprofits, keep our members informed, and help amplify a strong, unified voice for the sector.

Together, we can shape policies that strengthen nonprofits and help all South Carolinians thrive.
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Member Executive Policy Update - Aug 29

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Date posted 08/29/2025

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Member Exclusive Policy Update - Aug 22

State Shake-Up: Rep. Chris Murphy retires—marking the 4th resignation in two weeks. Special elections are coming.

Date posted 08/22/2025

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Member Exclusive Policy Update 8/13

Top 3 Key Policy Updates Nonprofits Should Know – August 2025: Major Changes Ahead for Federal Grants, State House Shake-Up, Federal Guidance on ‘Unlawful Discrimination’

Date posted 08/13/2025

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Member Exclusive Policy Update 8/1

Top 3 Policy Updates Nonprofits Should Know – August 2025: Federal Budget Watch: CR vs. Minibus Showdown, Defending Nonpartisanship in the Nonprofit Sector. Rural Leaders—Big Opportunity!

Date posted 08/1/2025

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Member Exclusive Policy Update 7/25

Top 3 Key Federal & State Policy Updates Affecting South Carolina Nonprofits:, Federal Funding Cuts (Rescissions Package), Executive Order Impacting Homelessness Programs, SNAP Funding & State Impact.

Date posted 07/25/2025

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Member Exclusive Policy Update July 11

SC Legislature on break until Jan 2026; ethics probe ongoing. Governor's race heating up. Federal $9.4B rescission package pending; IRS ruling impacts nonprofit political activity. Nonprofits urged to remain vigilant and nonpartisan. Advocacy Boot Camp upcoming Aug 5-7.

Date posted 07/11/2025

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Breaking: One Big Beautiful Bill Act Passes Congress

Breaking: One Big Beautiful Bill Act Passes Congress, Heads to President's Desk

Date posted 07/3/2025

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Member Exclusive Policy Update 6/27

Breaking: SCOTUS Rules Against Nationwide Injunctions

Date posted 06/27/2025

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Member Exculsive Policy Update 6/20

The focus now is on the US Senate. South Carolina's Senators both sit in positions that can have meaningful impact on the Senate amendments to the current bill. 

Date posted 06/20/2025

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Member Exclusive Policy Update 6/13

This week, most of Together SC's team was in DC for the National Council of Nonprofits' annual convening. 

Date posted 06/13/2025

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Member Exclusive Policy Update 5/30

The Legislature is officially out for the year. On May 28 the House and Senate both adopted the Conference Committee Report on the state's $14 billion budget. 

Date posted 05/30/2025

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Member Exclusive Policy Update 5/16

The State Legislature has adjourned for the year. They are likely to return later this month to pass a final version of the budget and other conference committee reports. They will return for their full 2026 session on January 13. 

Date posted 05/16/2025

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