South Carolina News
News stories from the past 60 days.
Aug 21, 2024 - Discusses eviction data and policy across the country and in South Carolina specifically. Highlights rural disparities in both evictions and access to legal and other resources for avoiding eviction.
Source: The Daily Yonder
FCC: Privacy Act of 1974; Matching Program
Federal Register
Aug 14, 2024 - Notice from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) seeking comment on a new computer matching program between the FCC, the Universal Service Administrative Company, and the South Carolina Department of Social Services to verify the eligibility of applicants and subscribers to Lifeline and the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP). These programs are designed to facilitate and support access to affordable broadband services for low-income consumers and families. Comments are due by September 13, 2024.
Source: Federal Register
Aug 8, 2024 - Announcement from The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) of a public health emergency related to Hurricane Debby. The public health emergency exists beginning August 1, 2024 in Florida and August 4, 2024 in Georgia, and South Carolina. Offers information and resources for those impacted and responding to the hurricane including CMS waivers, healthcare enrollment, a disaster toolkit, dialysis care, and medical equipment and supplies replacement.
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Last Updated: 8/21/2024