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There was a little more breathing room in the lobby last week with the House out on furlough, and things were a little quieter. The buzz around the statehouse was centered on the Senate’s big hemp product regulations debate,…

The proposed Edisto gas plant poses major economic risks for everyday customers, at a time when high electric bills already place an undue burden on hard-working families and small businesses across South Carolina. According to a new report…

We’ve officially passed the halfway mark of the 2026 legislative session, and many bills, including key conservation priorities, are now in a race to the finish line. Activity started early last week, with the House taking up the…

CVSC thanks Representative Travis Moore (R, District 33) for introducing H.5069, the South Carolina Protected Lands and Conservation Coordination Act. His commitment to land and water protection across the state is admirable, and with over 55 co-sponsors, the…

Last week was a big one and it started with a large crowd at the South Carolina Statehouse gathered to pay their respects to the late civil rights activist Reverend Jesse Jackson, who was lying in state there.

CVSC commends the members of the Labor, Commerce, & Industry Ad Hoc Subcommittee for moving forward with Concurrent Infrastructure Requirements (S.227). After thoughtful consideration, the subcommittee—chaired by Senator Tom Davis—took a positive step toward growth…

Last week was quieter on the surface for conservation issues at the Statehouse, with no major hearings or floor debates. But make no mistake, the real work is underway. Many priority bills are now in subcommittee, and CVSC staff…

South Carolinians open their electric bills every month to find that their energy costs continue to climb higher. At the same time, power companies rake in billions of dollars in profit, and now residents are looking to the General…

After a packed week of hearings and events last week, the CVSC team is rested up and ready to tackle another important week of legislative session. Thank you to everyone who joined our Legislative Kick-Off Reception last week.

COLUMBIA, SC – On February 18, South Carolinians from across the state gathered at the Statehouse to share their experiences with rising energy costs and urge their legislators to act.  Community members were joined by a broad consortium…