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Defending and advancing civil liberties in the Palmetto State since 1968. aclusc.org
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Rep. Carla Schuessler (R-Horry), sponsor of H. 4270, introduces it as "a common-sense piece of legislation." This bill has bipartisan support among its sponsors.
February 10, 2026 at 3:51 PM
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Here's what's happening in the Statehouse this coming week. Find opportunities to follow up in this week's Statehouse Dispatch. www.aclusc.org/news/stateho...
February 7, 2026 at 1:35 AM
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Members of the SC Faith and Justice Table and Interfaith Partners of South Carolina are watching and praying from the Statehouse gallery today. They come with a shared belief that women should be trusted to make decisions about their own health and bodies.
February 4, 2026 at 7:51 PM
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Rep. Wetmore: "We have consistently criminalized the practice of medicine." Currently 14 out of 46 counties have no practicing OB/GYN doctor at all; Wetmore points out that bills like this will worsen the healthcare provider shortage. www.postandcourier.com/graphic-sout...
February 4, 2026 at 6:22 PM
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H. 4760 would list mifepristone & misoprostol as Schedule IV controlled substances, putting them in the same category as Xanax, Valium, & Ambien despite no evidence of potential for abuse or dependency.

Rep. Spencer Wetmore introduces an amendment that would delete the Schedule IV part of the bill.
February 4, 2026 at 6:13 PM
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Rep. Bamberg raises an important point about H. 4760: With each new anti-abortion bill, SC increases its powers as a surveillance state. It's hard to square a commitment to "limited government" with a current amendment that would use asset forfeiture against people who provide funds for abortions.
February 4, 2026 at 5:34 PM
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SC House Bill 4760 seeks to criminalize the use and distribution of mifepristone and misoprostol for abortions. This is a reckless attack on our reproductive rights that will make it harder for all South Carolinians to get healthcare. www.aclusc.org/legislation/...
We oppose H. 4760
February 4, 2026 at 3:20 PM
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South Carolina lawmakers are hard at work attacking our rights on multiple fronts this week.
February 2, 2026 at 5:26 PM
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Thank you to Representative Courtney Waters for her unwavering support for transgender South Carolinians as she argued against bill H. 4756 on the House floor. Trans people exist and have the right to privacy.
January 30, 2026 at 9:06 PM
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January 29, 2026 at 10:45 PM
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Libraries are for everyone. So is the U.S. Constitution. We’re in court arguing against a motion to dismiss the case O.R. v. Greenville County, which challenges discriminatory library policies in South Carolina.
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January 29, 2026 at 2:48 PM
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January 27, 2026 at 8:31 PM
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January 27, 2026 at 8:31 PM
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Testifying in the Statehouse can feel intimidating at times, but we are here to help you speak clearly and effectively to lawmakers. Swipe through to learn why we testify and how to prepare your testimony. Ready to take more steps? aclusc.org/volunteer
Giving Public Testimony 101. Why take the time to speak with lawmakers when so many seem uninterested in what you have to say? When you give testimony, you can: Reduce harm by pushing for bill amendments Prevent echo chambers Shape public opinion through news and social media Show up for people who are being attacked Enter your dissent in the historical record Do your research. Seek out credible sources Find research papers you can share with lawmakers Where appropriate, look for statistics you can cite quickly Write your testimony. Use your voice. Introduce yourself. Tell your story. Explain why you felt the need to testify. Share your lived experiences and values. Share your expertise. Make your request. What do you want lawmakers to do? Practice. Get comfortable with what you want to say Get the timing down. Testimony has a time limit*, so be ready *Depending on the subcommittee and number of speakers, you may have 1, 2, or 3 minutes to speak Day Of Arrive early to sign up and get a seat. Depending on how much public interest a bill has, you may want to arrive an hour early (or more) to ensure you get a spot on the speaker sign-up list. Offer to take questions from lawmakers. Offer to follow up. Don’t argue If you don’t have an answer, offer to follow up by email It’s OK to say, “I don’t know” You just testified. Now what? Email your testimony to the committee Follow up with receptive committee members
January 22, 2026 at 3:21 PM
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South Carolina House Bill 3310, up for debate today at noon, would lock independent voters out of primary elections unless they register with a party.

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"We oppose H. 3310" in white text on a black background
January 21, 2026 at 3:34 PM
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As we mentioned in the Statehouse Dispatch, the classroom censorship bill H. 4757 is a gift to nationwide teacher harassment organizations like Moms for Liberty. Here is their spokesperson begging for lawmakers to pass that bill in a subcommittee just now.
A Moms for Liberty spokesperson, a man in a suit and bowtie, addresses a legislative subcommittee.
January 20, 2026 at 4:31 PM
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This morning, lawmakers advanced H. 4756, a bill attacking the rights and dignity of transgender South Carolinians. Jace Woodrum, Executive Director of the ACLU of SC, testified on the dangers of such a bill.
January 20, 2026 at 4:14 PM
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Starting soon: Hearing on H. 4757, a bill that would censor teachers and stifle classroom conversations.

Livestream: www.scstatehouse.gov/video/stream...
Censoring teachers, shortchanging students. On Tuesday, Jan. 20, at 10 a.m. in Room 110 of the Blatt Building, the House Medical and Health Affairs Subcommittee will consider a bill that would censor teachers and stifle classroom conversations. House Bill 4757 would allow parents to exempt their children from any classroom instruction if it conflicts with their “beliefs or practices regarding sex, morality, or religion.” The bill would also put a gag order on discussions of "gender roles or stereotypes" unless a teacher gives parents 5 days' advance notice. This bill would create mountains of paperwork for teachers and hand a gift to nationwide teacher harassment organizations like Moms for Liberty, who would be able to search school curricula online for any material that offends their sensibilities.
January 20, 2026 at 3:14 PM
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Currently underway: House subcommittee hearing on H. 4756, a bill that discriminates against trans students.

Livestream here: www.scstatehouse.gov/video/stream...
Discriminating against trans students On Tuesday, Jan. 20, at 9 a.m. in Room 516 of the Blatt Building, the House Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, & Special Laws Subcommittee will continue hearing public testimony on a bill that discriminates against transgender students in public K-12 schools and colleges. House Bill 4756 would force trans students to use restrooms, locker rooms, and dormitories that do not match their gender. Any school that does not enforce this rule would have its funding slashed by the state. We know what happens when governments seek to exclude trans students in this way: Many of them forego using the bathroom altogether, at risk to their own health. In a recent survey of transgender and nonbinary young people, 67% reported “holding it” when they needed to use the bathroom, and 38% abstained from drinking or eating to avoid using these facilities. Only those who signed up to speak at the previous hearing on Jan. 14 will be able to speak at this meeting. You can send written comments to HJudAICyberSpecialLaws@schouse.gov. If the bill receives a favorable report in this subcommittee, it will come up for a vote before the full House Judiciary Committee on Jan. 20 at 1:30 p.m. in Blatt Room 110.
January 20, 2026 at 2:52 PM
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We were honored to receive the USC Joseph F. Rice School of Law Keeper of the Dream Award at an event celebrating the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. We meet South Carolinians every day who are carrying on Dr. King's work for justice. We're committed to staying and doing our part.
ACLU-SC staff members and a former legal intern holding an acrylic trophy in a wood-paneled room at the USC School of Law
January 16, 2026 at 3:39 PM
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Yesterday, House leaders heard testimony on H. 4756, a bill attacking the rights and dignity of transgender South Carolinians. If this bill passes, it will not only impact trans people but also the cisgender women and girls it claims to protect. Hear what Mikayla Mangle shared in her testimony.
January 15, 2026 at 7:39 PM
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The state legislature returns this week. Get ready with us.
This week at the Statehouse. Jan. 13, 11 am: Legislative kickoff. Jan. 14, 10:45 am: Trans Rights legislative hearing. Jan. 14, 12 pm: Reproductive Freedom legislative hearing. Jan. 15, 9 am: Subcommittee on forcing party registration to vote in primaries. Learn more + get involved: aclusc.org/news
January 12, 2026 at 6:47 PM
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As the abuses and lawlessness of ICE become more obvious by the day, local law enforcement agencies are *still* signing voluntary 287(g) agreements with ICE. We just added 4 more police departments to our map, along with a new searchable list. Check here: aclusc.org/287g
A map titled "ICE collaboration in South Carolina," showing counties and municipalities that have signed 287(g) agreements. Searchable list titled "South Carolina 287(g) agreements." Top 4 listings are Task Force Model agreements with police departments in Elloree, Pelion, Santee, and Gaston.
January 9, 2026 at 5:54 PM
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Public funding of religious schools. A victory for the rights of young voters. A total abortion ban stopped in its tracks.

On a new episode of WHILE I BREATHE, we revisit the highlights and low points of 2025. Listen now on any podcast platform or on our site: www.aclusc.org/podcast/epis...
"Episode 18: Hell of a Year." Background image of a microphone and crescent moon in the shape of the South Carolina flag.
December 19, 2025 at 4:21 PM
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The right to vote is fundamental. Disabled voters deserve to vote with dignity and autonomy. Today we’re challenging South Carolina laws that violate the federal right to assistance for voters with disabilities.

Read about our new lawsuit here: www.aclusc.org/press-releas...
"SC NAACP and disabled voters challenge restrictions on voter assistance." Background photo of "I Voted" stickers in red, white, and blue.
December 8, 2025 at 2:35 PM