SC Appleseed Legal Justice Center
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We are a non-profit fighting for low income South Carolinians to overcome social, economic and legal injustice. Based out of Columbia, SC. Learn more at scjustice.org
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Congress did not extend the enhanced ACA premium tax credits which greatly reduces costs of ACA insurance for thousands in the state through H.R.1, but still has time to change their minds.
Please urge Congress to do so today: www.votervoice.net/SCJustice/Ca...
#scpol #aca #uspol
Please urge Congress to do so today: www.votervoice.net/SCJustice/Ca...
#scpol #aca #uspol
Free education panel for parents in Lancaster this coming Thursday. We'll be joining partners to discuss IEP, 504s, and student's rights.
6-8 PM at the Historic Courthouse (104 N Main Street)
6-8 PM at the Historic Courthouse (104 N Main Street)
January 27, 2026 at 6:58 PM
Free education panel for parents in Lancaster this coming Thursday. We'll be joining partners to discuss IEP, 504s, and student's rights.
6-8 PM at the Historic Courthouse (104 N Main Street)
6-8 PM at the Historic Courthouse (104 N Main Street)
Our Founder/Director of Policy Sue Berkowitz spoke at the King Day at the Dome on Monday about the importance of protecting the ACA and expanding Medicaid in South Carolina.
Use our action tool to message Senators today to urge them to extend premium tax credits: www.votervoice.net/SCJustice/Ca...
Use our action tool to message Senators today to urge them to extend premium tax credits: www.votervoice.net/SCJustice/Ca...
January 20, 2026 at 10:15 PM
Our Founder/Director of Policy Sue Berkowitz spoke at the King Day at the Dome on Monday about the importance of protecting the ACA and expanding Medicaid in South Carolina.
Use our action tool to message Senators today to urge them to extend premium tax credits: www.votervoice.net/SCJustice/Ca...
Use our action tool to message Senators today to urge them to extend premium tax credits: www.votervoice.net/SCJustice/Ca...
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📢 Thursday is the LAST day to enroll in health coverage for 2026 at healthcare.gov!
Follow along as Executive Director @awright2care.bsky.social breaks down what you need to know to enroll in health coverage before Thursday’s deadline.
Follow along as Executive Director @awright2care.bsky.social breaks down what you need to know to enroll in health coverage before Thursday’s deadline.
January 13, 2026 at 8:15 PM
📢 Thursday is the LAST day to enroll in health coverage for 2026 at healthcare.gov!
Follow along as Executive Director @awright2care.bsky.social breaks down what you need to know to enroll in health coverage before Thursday’s deadline.
Follow along as Executive Director @awright2care.bsky.social breaks down what you need to know to enroll in health coverage before Thursday’s deadline.
UPDATE: The US House recently moved a bill to extend enhanced premium tax credits for the next three years. The bill currently sits with the US Senate. It must pass the Senate and be signed by the president in order to move forward. (1/6)
January 13, 2026 at 10:22 PM
UPDATE: The US House recently moved a bill to extend enhanced premium tax credits for the next three years. The bill currently sits with the US Senate. It must pass the Senate and be signed by the president in order to move forward. (1/6)
Last month our Director of Policy Sue Berkowitz and Special Projects Coordinator Anjani Moro helped lead a webinar and craft materials about the changes to SNAP for 2026 from HR1, the bill that passed last summer that greatly impacts the program.
Find it here: www.scjustice.org/snap-changes...
Find it here: www.scjustice.org/snap-changes...
January 12, 2026 at 9:21 PM
Last month our Director of Policy Sue Berkowitz and Special Projects Coordinator Anjani Moro helped lead a webinar and craft materials about the changes to SNAP for 2026 from HR1, the bill that passed last summer that greatly impacts the program.
Find it here: www.scjustice.org/snap-changes...
Find it here: www.scjustice.org/snap-changes...
The US House on Thursday in a 230-196 vote passed a clean 3 year extension of the enhanced premium tax credits! This is a major win for South Carolinians who rely on affordable, quality insurance from the ACA.
Help urge SC Congress to vote YES on this bill: www.votervoice.net/SCJustice/Ca...
Help urge SC Congress to vote YES on this bill: www.votervoice.net/SCJustice/Ca...
January 9, 2026 at 2:39 PM
The US House on Thursday in a 230-196 vote passed a clean 3 year extension of the enhanced premium tax credits! This is a major win for South Carolinians who rely on affordable, quality insurance from the ACA.
Help urge SC Congress to vote YES on this bill: www.votervoice.net/SCJustice/Ca...
Help urge SC Congress to vote YES on this bill: www.votervoice.net/SCJustice/Ca...
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🚨BREAKING NEWS: House passes ACA Tax Credit Extension!
January 8, 2026 at 10:36 PM
🚨BREAKING NEWS: House passes ACA Tax Credit Extension!
The House is taking up a vote for extending ACA coverage! Thousands in SC are looking at extremely high, unaffordable premiums today and facing a sharp deadline of January 15th for coverage in 2026. Help urge SC Congressional members to vote yes an extension using our action tool. #scpol
Urge Congress to Extend Premium Tax Credits!
Enhanced premium tax credits that have helped thousands of South Carolinians obtain affordable healthcare through the Affordable Care Act (ACA) marketplace since 2021 will be expiring at the end of 20...
www.votervoice.net
January 8, 2026 at 9:36 PM
The House is taking up a vote for extending ACA coverage! Thousands in SC are looking at extremely high, unaffordable premiums today and facing a sharp deadline of January 15th for coverage in 2026. Help urge SC Congressional members to vote yes an extension using our action tool. #scpol
THANK YOU to everyone who attended our webinar on SNAP changes this past Monday!
You can find both the presentation recording and our accompanying fact sheet here: www.scjustice.org/snap-changes...
You can find both the presentation recording and our accompanying fact sheet here: www.scjustice.org/snap-changes...
December 18, 2025 at 6:28 PM
THANK YOU to everyone who attended our webinar on SNAP changes this past Monday!
You can find both the presentation recording and our accompanying fact sheet here: www.scjustice.org/snap-changes...
You can find both the presentation recording and our accompanying fact sheet here: www.scjustice.org/snap-changes...
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If Congress lets the enhanced premium tax credits expire, Barry Spickler, like millions of Americans, will go without health insurance coverage and risk a financial emergency that could bankrupt their family.
December 11, 2025 at 3:21 PM
If Congress lets the enhanced premium tax credits expire, Barry Spickler, like millions of Americans, will go without health insurance coverage and risk a financial emergency that could bankrupt their family.
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Urge Congressional leaders today to EXTEND enhanced premium tax credits today. Today's US Senate vote is critical in preserving affordable, accessible healthcare for thousands of South Carolinians.
TAKE ACTION HERE): www.votervoice.net/SCJustice/Ca...
Capitol Switchboard: (202) 224-3121
TAKE ACTION HERE): www.votervoice.net/SCJustice/Ca...
Capitol Switchboard: (202) 224-3121
December 11, 2025 at 2:13 PM
Urge Congressional leaders today to EXTEND enhanced premium tax credits today. Today's US Senate vote is critical in preserving affordable, accessible healthcare for thousands of South Carolinians.
TAKE ACTION HERE): www.votervoice.net/SCJustice/Ca...
Capitol Switchboard: (202) 224-3121
TAKE ACTION HERE): www.votervoice.net/SCJustice/Ca...
Capitol Switchboard: (202) 224-3121
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The Senate votes today on extending premium tax credit enhancements that help 22M people afford coverage. Without an extension, premiums will spike starting Jan 1, leaving people with less coverage and higher costs: www.cbpp.org/blog/how-to-...
December 11, 2025 at 4:30 PM
The Senate votes today on extending premium tax credit enhancements that help 22M people afford coverage. Without an extension, premiums will spike starting Jan 1, leaving people with less coverage and higher costs: www.cbpp.org/blog/how-to-...
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Cutting insurance for thousands will have both an immediate and long term implications as more and more South Carolinians face health challenges without any healthcare options available to them.
Urge Congressional leaders to EXTEND enhanced premium tax credits: www.votervoice.net/SCJustice/Ca...
Urge Congressional leaders to EXTEND enhanced premium tax credits: www.votervoice.net/SCJustice/Ca...
December 4, 2025 at 10:29 PM
Cutting insurance for thousands will have both an immediate and long term implications as more and more South Carolinians face health challenges without any healthcare options available to them.
Urge Congressional leaders to EXTEND enhanced premium tax credits: www.votervoice.net/SCJustice/Ca...
Urge Congressional leaders to EXTEND enhanced premium tax credits: www.votervoice.net/SCJustice/Ca...
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A comment we've been getting a lot is "How does extending enhanced premium tax credits affected ME if I have employer insurance?" Quite a lot actually.
SC, ask leaders to extend enhanced premium tax credits today: www.votervoice.net/SCJustice/Ca...
SC, ask leaders to extend enhanced premium tax credits today: www.votervoice.net/SCJustice/Ca...
December 9, 2025 at 7:32 PM
A comment we've been getting a lot is "How does extending enhanced premium tax credits affected ME if I have employer insurance?" Quite a lot actually.
SC, ask leaders to extend enhanced premium tax credits today: www.votervoice.net/SCJustice/Ca...
SC, ask leaders to extend enhanced premium tax credits today: www.votervoice.net/SCJustice/Ca...
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⚠️ If ACA tax credits lapse, premiums will surge.
More than 22 million people rely on these credits today. Losing them will trigger sharp premium increases and a major affordability crisis.
Call your member of Congress today and urge them to extend ACA tax credits. Lives are on the line!
More than 22 million people rely on these credits today. Losing them will trigger sharp premium increases and a major affordability crisis.
Call your member of Congress today and urge them to extend ACA tax credits. Lives are on the line!
December 11, 2025 at 1:02 AM
⚠️ If ACA tax credits lapse, premiums will surge.
More than 22 million people rely on these credits today. Losing them will trigger sharp premium increases and a major affordability crisis.
Call your member of Congress today and urge them to extend ACA tax credits. Lives are on the line!
More than 22 million people rely on these credits today. Losing them will trigger sharp premium increases and a major affordability crisis.
Call your member of Congress today and urge them to extend ACA tax credits. Lives are on the line!
Urge Congressional leaders today to EXTEND enhanced premium tax credits today. Today's US Senate vote is critical in preserving affordable, accessible healthcare for thousands of South Carolinians.
TAKE ACTION HERE): www.votervoice.net/SCJustice/Ca...
Capitol Switchboard: (202) 224-3121
TAKE ACTION HERE): www.votervoice.net/SCJustice/Ca...
Capitol Switchboard: (202) 224-3121
December 11, 2025 at 2:13 PM
Urge Congressional leaders today to EXTEND enhanced premium tax credits today. Today's US Senate vote is critical in preserving affordable, accessible healthcare for thousands of South Carolinians.
TAKE ACTION HERE): www.votervoice.net/SCJustice/Ca...
Capitol Switchboard: (202) 224-3121
TAKE ACTION HERE): www.votervoice.net/SCJustice/Ca...
Capitol Switchboard: (202) 224-3121
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Approximately 22 million Americans could see their health premiums double or even triple next year — putting lifesaving care out of reach.
Urge Congress to extend the critical Affordable Care Act enhanced premium tax credits to ensure people can access the care they need: https://bit.ly/4iW6HAs
Urge Congress to extend the critical Affordable Care Act enhanced premium tax credits to ensure people can access the care they need: https://bit.ly/4iW6HAs
December 11, 2025 at 2:02 PM
Approximately 22 million Americans could see their health premiums double or even triple next year — putting lifesaving care out of reach.
Urge Congress to extend the critical Affordable Care Act enhanced premium tax credits to ensure people can access the care they need: https://bit.ly/4iW6HAs
Urge Congress to extend the critical Affordable Care Act enhanced premium tax credits to ensure people can access the care they need: https://bit.ly/4iW6HAs
“Putting restrictions on what people can buy reinforces the stigma SNAP users already face, said Sue Berkowitz, director of policy for the Appleseed Legal Justice Center.”
@scdailygazette.com: scdailygazette.com/2025/12/10/s...
@scdailygazette.com: scdailygazette.com/2025/12/10/s...
SC gets approval to restrict SNAP funds for soda, candy • SC Daily Gazette
South Carolina joined 17 other states in prohibiting the purchase of certain sugary drinks and foods for grocery assistance.
scdailygazette.com
December 10, 2025 at 4:57 PM
“Putting restrictions on what people can buy reinforces the stigma SNAP users already face, said Sue Berkowitz, director of policy for the Appleseed Legal Justice Center.”
@scdailygazette.com: scdailygazette.com/2025/12/10/s...
@scdailygazette.com: scdailygazette.com/2025/12/10/s...
A comment we've been getting a lot is "How does extending enhanced premium tax credits affected ME if I have employer insurance?" Quite a lot actually.
SC, ask leaders to extend enhanced premium tax credits today: www.votervoice.net/SCJustice/Ca...
SC, ask leaders to extend enhanced premium tax credits today: www.votervoice.net/SCJustice/Ca...
December 9, 2025 at 7:32 PM
A comment we've been getting a lot is "How does extending enhanced premium tax credits affected ME if I have employer insurance?" Quite a lot actually.
SC, ask leaders to extend enhanced premium tax credits today: www.votervoice.net/SCJustice/Ca...
SC, ask leaders to extend enhanced premium tax credits today: www.votervoice.net/SCJustice/Ca...
DAILY REMINDER: Please join us next Monday, December 15th at 6 PM for a free Zoom presentation from our team about SNAP changes from H.R.1, the burden it puts on beneficiaries and the SC state budget, and how to prepare for the changes.
Sign up here: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
Sign up here: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
December 9, 2025 at 7:16 PM
DAILY REMINDER: Please join us next Monday, December 15th at 6 PM for a free Zoom presentation from our team about SNAP changes from H.R.1, the burden it puts on beneficiaries and the SC state budget, and how to prepare for the changes.
Sign up here: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
Sign up here: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
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Republican leaders in Congress are all about tax credits that make their billionaire besties richer—but not the kind that make health care affordable for everyday working families. Tell Congress to stop the #HealthCarePriceHike: momsrising.org/lowerHCcosts #TrumpInflationCrisis
Quick signature: Lower health care costs and end #Trumpflation
2025 has been the year of sticker shock and health care cuts—and Americans are in immediate need of some relief.
momsrising.org
December 9, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Republican leaders in Congress are all about tax credits that make their billionaire besties richer—but not the kind that make health care affordable for everyday working families. Tell Congress to stop the #HealthCarePriceHike: momsrising.org/lowerHCcosts #TrumpInflationCrisis
FREE SNAP WEBINAR: Please join us next Monday, December 15th at 6 PM for a free Zoom presentation from our team about SNAP changes from H.R.1, the burden it puts on beneficiaries and the SC state budget, and how to prepare for the changes.
Register here: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
Register here: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
December 8, 2025 at 7:45 PM
FREE SNAP WEBINAR: Please join us next Monday, December 15th at 6 PM for a free Zoom presentation from our team about SNAP changes from H.R.1, the burden it puts on beneficiaries and the SC state budget, and how to prepare for the changes.
Register here: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
Register here: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
Cutting insurance for thousands will have both an immediate and long term implications as more and more South Carolinians face health challenges without any healthcare options available to them.
Urge Congressional leaders to EXTEND enhanced premium tax credits: www.votervoice.net/SCJustice/Ca...
Urge Congressional leaders to EXTEND enhanced premium tax credits: www.votervoice.net/SCJustice/Ca...
December 4, 2025 at 10:29 PM
Cutting insurance for thousands will have both an immediate and long term implications as more and more South Carolinians face health challenges without any healthcare options available to them.
Urge Congressional leaders to EXTEND enhanced premium tax credits: www.votervoice.net/SCJustice/Ca...
Urge Congressional leaders to EXTEND enhanced premium tax credits: www.votervoice.net/SCJustice/Ca...
Today for Giving Tuesday, we are giving thanks.
YOUR support has helped fuel our team’s work in protecting public education and student’s rights, defending access to food and healthcare, fighting for consumer’s rights and so much more.
scjustice.org/donate
YOUR support has helped fuel our team’s work in protecting public education and student’s rights, defending access to food and healthcare, fighting for consumer’s rights and so much more.
scjustice.org/donate
December 2, 2025 at 3:34 PM
Today for Giving Tuesday, we are giving thanks.
YOUR support has helped fuel our team’s work in protecting public education and student’s rights, defending access to food and healthcare, fighting for consumer’s rights and so much more.
scjustice.org/donate
YOUR support has helped fuel our team’s work in protecting public education and student’s rights, defending access to food and healthcare, fighting for consumer’s rights and so much more.
scjustice.org/donate
In our latest blog, Education Policy Attorney Jennifer Rainville discusses why increasing suspension is not the best long-term solution to improving student outcomes and reducing in-class issues.
Read the blog here: www.scjustice.org/why-suspensi...
Read the blog here: www.scjustice.org/why-suspensi...
December 1, 2025 at 6:38 PM
In our latest blog, Education Policy Attorney Jennifer Rainville discusses why increasing suspension is not the best long-term solution to improving student outcomes and reducing in-class issues.
Read the blog here: www.scjustice.org/why-suspensi...
Read the blog here: www.scjustice.org/why-suspensi...