South Carolina Budget Deal Reached | Savannah News

South Carolina’s state budget is finally on track to pass after 22 days into the new fiscal year, with lawmakers striking a deal that funds teacher raises, state worker pay, and SNAP support — but key issues like local project earmarks, senior tax breaks, and a $50M Scout Motors request are being deferred for later review and votes. A special committee will decide on local funding, while the Scout money waits for an audit, and the Senate secured a property tax reduction as a first step toward bigger cuts. Lawmakers are set to return to Columbia for final votes, with the governor’s signature looming — hitting major priorities while postponing tougher decisions. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/0103a002e24045e3