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COLUMBIA, S.C. – Governor Henry McMaster's schedule for Thursday, September 12 includes the following events:

Senator Tim Scott praises law enforcement efforts against consumer fraud

At a U.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs hearing on consumer fraud and scams, Senator Tim Scott (R-S.C.), the committee’s top Republican, commended law enforcement for their efforts to combat financial crime and protect Americans. He also recognized state financial regulators and financial institutions for their work in educating consumers about various scams.

Asset Technology Group announces $6.2 million investment relocating headquarters

Asset Technology Group, Inc. (ATG), an information technology services provider, announced today the expansion and relocation of its headquarters to Florence County, South Carolina. The company’s $6.2 million investment is expected to create 77 new jobs.

Senator Tim Scott introduces comprehensive ROAD act targeting U.S. housing reforms

WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-S.C.), Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs, introduced the ROAD to Housing Act, comprehensive legislation aimed at reversing decades of housing policies and making targeted reforms across all segments of the U.S. housing market. This legislation follows negotiations with stakeholders and feedback from a legislative framework, discussion draft, and multiple full committee hearings on housing challenges.

Senators urge end to CHNV parole program over fraud allegations

WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-S.C.) joined Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas) in sending a letter to U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland and Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas, calling for the termination of a parole program for Cuban, Haitian, Nicaraguan, and Venezuelan aliens (CHNV), citing widespread fraud and abuse, and claiming the program violates federal law.

Governor McMaster responds to S.C. Supreme Court ruling on scholarship fund

By Palmetto State News | Sep 11, 2024

Governor Henry McMaster today issued a statement in response to the South Carolina Supreme Court's ruling on the South Carolina Education Scholarship Trust Fund Act.

Lawmakers introduce bill endorsing U.S.-Ukraine bilateral security agreement

By Palmetto State News | Sep 11, 2024

U.S. Senators Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) and Richard Blumenthal (D-Connecticut), alongside U.S. Representatives Brian Fitzpatrick (R-Pennsylvania-01), Marcy Kaptur (D-Ohio-09), Joe Wilson (R-South Carolina-02), and Mike Quigley (D-Illinois-05), have introduced the Stand With Ukraine Act. This bill aims to endorse a ten-year bilateral security agreement between the United States and Ukraine, affirming the U.S.'s commitment to Ukraine's freedom and security.

South Carolina ranks 10th in total VA home loans during Q2

South Carolina ranked 10th in the nation in VA home loans in the second quarter of 2024, with 3,293 loans issued, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

Unified Resources announces $14M investment creating 143 jobs

Unified Resources in Display (Unified Resources), a retail and merchandising agency, has announced plans to establish its first South Carolina operation in Jasper County. The $14 million investment is expected to create 143 new jobs.

ARKU Inc.'s multimillion-dollar investment brings new jobs to Spartanburg County

ARKU Inc. selects Spartanburg County to establish first South Carolina operation

Charleston County man sentenced to 10 years for possession of child sexual abuse material

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson has announced that a Charleston County man, Michael Bentz, has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for possessing child sexual abuse material. Bentz pleaded guilty to Sexual Exploitation of a Minor, Third Degree on September 6, 2024, before the Honorable Judge Jennifer McCoy in Charleston County.

Lawmakers urge China to release Dr. Gulshan Abbas after six years

U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-S.C.), a member of the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations, joined Senators Marco Rubio (R-Fla), Dick Durbin (D-Ill.), and colleagues in issuing a joint statement ahead of the six-year anniversary of Dr. Gulshan Abbas’ imprisonment.

Leaders gather in South Carolina to address campus antisemitism

By Palmetto State News | Sep 9, 2024

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson and state and international leaders convened with university officials on Monday to address the rising antisemitism on college campuses.

Governor McMaster to speak at summit on antisemitism in higher education

By Palmetto State News | Sep 8, 2024

Gov. Henry McMaster’s schedule for Monday, September 9 includes the following:

South Carolina ranked 29th in average VA home loan amount in Q2

By Palmetto State News | Sep 7, 2024

With $329,425 in home loans issued, South Carolina ranked 29th in average loan amount for VA home loans in the second quarter of fiscal year 2024, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

Analysis: South Carolina one of 25 states banning boys from playing girls’ high school sports

An analysis by Palmetto State News shows that, following President Biden's new Title IX protections in April 2024, which redefined “sex” to include “gender-identity,” South Carolina is one of 25 states that ban boys from playing in girls' high school sports.

Spartanburg County man arrested on eight child sexual abuse charges

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced the arrest of Jeremy Adam Belisle, 41, of Wellford, S.C., on eight charges connected to the sexual exploitation of a minor. Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force investigators with the South Carolina Attorney General's Office made the arrest. Investigators with the Spartanburg County Sheriff's Office and Greenville County Sheriff's Office, both also members of the state's ICAC Task Force, assisted with this investigation.

East Coast Warehouse announces $14.5M investment creating jobs in South Carolina

East Coast Warehouse & Distribution selects Charleston County to establish first South Carolina operation

Lexington County man arrested on child sexual abuse material charges