Municipal Assn of SC

From the Dome to Your Home Report: l.masc.sc/32026DR Senate members met in regular session this week with most of the debate focused on regulating hemp-derived products. The House of Representatives did not meet in regular session.

From the Dome to Your Home Podcast: l.masc.sc/32026DP Casey Fields and Jake Broom discuss legislative action on the bill that would regulate hemp-derived products, as well as debate on data center regulation bills.

March Uptown: l.masc.sc/326Budget Adopting a budget is one of the critical responsibilities of municipal councils. In this article, learn about things to consider when preparing, adopting and executing a budget.

New post on the City Connect blog: l.masc.sc/CQCBlog During Sunshine week, observed March 15 – 21, explore how open communication and the Freedom of Information Act help cities and towns commit to the value of access to public information for its residents. #SunshineWeek

March Uptown: l.masc.sc/326MAC Municipalities often face a unique technology challenge when staff or elected officials leave. Read about the risks associated with turnover, and how to reduce them.

2026 Sunshine Week: l.masc.sc/SunWk25 In SC, governmental transparency impacts many areas of municipal government operations. The SC Press Association has an guide explaining how the Freedom of Information Act works. Read the guide and find more resources online.

Sunshine Week 2026: l.masc.sc/325Comm During Sunshine Week, read how @CityofColumbia, @NorthCharleston and the City of Tega Cay stay committed to sharing information through community outreach and communication.

March Uptown: l.masc.sc/326Website The U.S. Department of Justice has rules for web accessibility requirements under the American's with Disabilities Act, and will begin applying to some cities in April. Read about how they impact your city or town online.

2026 Sunshine Week: l.masc.sc/UptownFOIAFAQ It's the beginning of Sunshine Week! A time to highlight the importance of sharing public information so that residents can better understand the workings of their government. #SunshineWeek#StrongSCcities

March Uptown: l.masc.sc/326FOIA City and town officials involved in responding to requests for information under the SC Freedom of Information Act are often familiar with the deadlines required by law. Learn more about how FOIA works in South Carolina.

From the Dome to Your Home Report: l.masc.sc/31326DR Senate members met in regular session debating the SC Department of Transportation modernization bill. House members met to adopt their version of the budget and income tax cuts.

From the Dome to Your Home Podcast: l.masc.sc/31326DP Casey Fields and Jake Broom discuss the state budget debate and the carrying over of the bill that would require Installment Purchase Revenue Bonds to count toward the constitutional debt limit of cities and counties.

March Uptown: l.masc.sc/326SEI There are so many types of officials who must complete a Statement of Economic Interests form with the State Ethics Commission by March 30. Find information about municipal-related positions who must complete the form.

March Uptown: l.masc.sc/326MEO Congratulations to the 2026 graduates of the Advanced Municipal Elected Officials Institute of Government. These graduates represent elected officials from across the state who have continued their education on municipal government.

March Uptown: l.masc.sc/326MEO Congratulations to the 2026 graduates of the Municipal Elected Officials Institute of Government. These graduates represent elected officials from across the state who have successfully completed the coursework on municipal government.

March Uptown: l.masc.sc/326HLADR City and town officials from across the state came together in Columbia for Hometown Legislative Action Day to receive updates on current legislative issues and visit their legislative delegations. Read about the sessions online.

From the Dome to Your Home Report: l.masc.sc/3626DR House and Senate members met in regular session this week. House members worked to clear bills from the calendar to prepare for the budget debate, and senators adopted a bill to decrease the property taxes on boats.

From the Dome to Your Home Podcast: l.masc.sc/3626DP Casey Fields and Jake Broom discuss the boat tax reduction bill and a SC Department of Transportation modernization bill. They also preview upcoming General Assembly work on the state budget.

New post on the City Connect blog: l.masc.sc/CQCBlog The deadline for public officials to complete a Statement of Economic Interest with the SC State Ethics Commission is Monday, March 30, at noon. Read about who must file an SEI as well as what they must include on it.

Municipal utility and billing professionals from across the state attended the SC Utility Billing Association's Annual Meeting. Attendees learned about customer service, the Municipal Association’s Local Revenue Services and mental health. #StrongSCcities