Entries by Joey Hudson

REAL ID Is Here: What You Need to Know Before May 7, 2025

What Is the REAL ID? The REAL ID is a federally compliant driver’s license or identification card that meets security standards set by the REAL ID Act of 2005. These standards were passed by Congress to strengthen ID verification in the wake of the 9/11 terrorist attacks. Starting May 7, 2025, you’ll need a REAL […]

After record number of SC police dogs killed, bill would increase penalties

COLUMBIA — After a burglary suspect shot police dog Coba to death last June, prosecutors wanted to put the perpetrator in prison for as long as possible. The man was sentenced to 33 years, but only five of those were for killing Coba, said David Stumbo, the solicitor who prosecuted the case in Newberry County. “We […]

SC Senate has some “testy” moments while debating Tort Reform.

Debate opened Tuesday with a stunning accusation. The governor publicly threw his support behind the bill Wednesday. COLUMBIA — Like business owners across South Carolina, Josh Painter has been paying increasingly more for insurance over the last decade. “It’s jumping 20 or 30% every year,” he told the SC Daily Gazette. That increase, Painter said, […]

Does SC Need Our Own DOGE? The South Carolina Policy Council May Be Close!

Most South Carolinians are unaware of the profound impacts that upcoming legislative priorities will have on their lives. The South Carolina Policy Council’s recent poll reveals strong public support for tax cuts, increased transparency in government, and critical infrastructure improvements. Additionally, you may find the growing interest in legal reforms and energy policies, including support […]