Recent News

1/28/25

The University of South Carolina, Clemson University and the College of Charleston Master of Public Administration Programs (MPA) will host a joint online information session on MPA options in South Carolina.

Thursday, Feb. 20, 2025
6-7 p.m.

Make plans to participate in this session to learn about the MPA degree offered by the three universities and to hear from successful state and local government leaders who have their MPAs.

This event is open to anyone considering an MPA degree and to employers to learn more... Read more

1/23/25

The House and Senate met in perfunctory session this week, meaning there were no bills debated in either chamber. However, several subcommittees and committees met despite impacts from Winter Storm Enzo.  

SCAC Director of Governmental Affairs Kent Lesesne testifies during a subcommittee meeting.A Senate... Read more

1/17/25

Tuesday marked the beginning of the General Assembly’s 126th Legislative Session. Because this is the first year of a two-year session, a plethora of bills were pre-filed and introduced this week in both chambers.

Avery Upchurch speaks at a podium during a subcommittee meeting.

The House Ways and Means budget subcommittees... Read more

1/14/25

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the International City County Management Association (ICMA) are offering two half-day training sessions this month on disaster recovery and hazard mitigation programs for local government administrators. 

These engaging sessions will equip you with practical tools and knowledge to respond swiftly and effectively in disaster scenarios. Feel free to join for the full duration or focus on the topics that matter most to you.

Session 1: January 21

Hosted by: ICMA, North... Read more

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