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The South Carolina Policy Council

The South Carolina Policy Council was established in 1986 as an independent, private, non-partisan research organization with a mission to promote the principles of limited government, free enterprise, and individual liberty and responsibility in South Carolina.

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South Carolina moves closer to zero income tax

South Carolina moves closer to zero income tax

By Vance Ginn, Ph.D. and Sam Aaron South Carolina just took a major step toward meaningful tax reform—and closer to becoming a national leader in economic co...

Will lawmakers move on liquor liability reform?

Will lawmakers move on liquor liability reform?

Update 5/8/2025: In the final week of session, lawmakers reached an compromise on joint and several liability as it relates to liquor liability. The agreemen...