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New: The Economic Impact of Medicaid Expansion in South Carolina by County

Submitted by South Carolina in March 2025.

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According to the research, Medicaid expansion is projected to result in large-scale economic growth in South Carolina. If the state were to expand Medicaid in 2026, South Carolina would see the creation of nearly 20,000 new jobs over the first three years of Medicaid expansion. View the interactive map to find out how your county specifically would benefit.

Groups fear proposed rules on voter registration events in SC could have chilling effect

Submitted by South Carolina in February 2025.

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A proposed bill impacting voter registration groups would involve a $100 registration fee, requirements to return forms within ten days, and fines up to $1000. “These groups provide a very positive social service and civic service, citizen-to-citizen outreach, and there is no documented pattern of abuse,” Lynn Teague with the League of Women Voters of South Carolina testified.

Submitted by South Carolina in February 2025.

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The South Carolina General Assembly is at a halfway point for the 2025 session. Several election bills have been been considered in House subcommittees. The State Election Committee (SEC) has put out a press release that misrepresents a poll that they conducted. It claims to show that “South Carolinians overwhelmingly trust the state’s election process and express high satisfaction with their polling place experiences.” They surveyed only those sho had successfully registered and voted.

South Carolina bill will try to end diversity, equity, and inclusion

Submitted by South Carolina in February 2025.

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A push to end ‘diversity, equity, and inclusion’ practices in South Carolina is gaining ground in among some lawmakers. Lynn Teague, Vice President of League of Women Voters, said DEI has made South Carolina a better place. “One of the most important things for South Carolina flourishing is all of its people having a chance to do a good job to moving the state forward,” Teague said.

Submitted by South Carolina in January 2025.

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Starting the week of February 3, an exciting new nationwide membership system will improve the member experience, streamline operations, and strengthen state and local Leagues.

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Voting Rights Groups Challenge Trump’s Recent Anti-Voter Executive Order

Submitted by the US (LWVUS) in April 2025.

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A coalition of voting rights organizations filed a lawsuit in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia to challenge President Trump’s unlawful executive order on voting.

How to Support the Immigrant Community

Submitted by the US (LWVUS) in April 2025.

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Recent actions by President Donald Trump threaten today’s immigrant community.

In moments like this, we must stand against hate and for our neighbors. LWV and the National Partnership for New Americans have identified a few ways you can defend America’s immigrant communities.

The Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act is a Trick

Submitted by the US (LWVUS) in March 2025.

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HR 22, the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, will require that every eligible voter provide documentary proof of citizenship to register to vote even though voters in every state are already required to affirm or verify their citizenship status when registering and voting.

Every eligible voter could be unnecessarily burdened by the SAVE Act at some point when they update or change their voter registration information.

Congress must act to ensure that every eligible US citizen has the freedom to vote unimpeded by discriminatory rules rooted in fear and division.

A Dangerous Attempt to Silence American Voters: LWV Responds to President Trump’s Anti-Voter Executive Order

Submitted by the US (LWVUS) in March 2025.

Public Statement

How Voter ID Laws Suppress Transgender Voters

Submitted by the US (LWVUS) in March 2025.

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With anti-LGBTQIA+ legislation sharply on the rise, it’s no surprise that barriers to voting have also increased for transgender people.

With this in mind, the League opposes strict voter ID laws, as they often unfairly burden certain groups of voters, while being totally unnecessary to prevent voter fraud.

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