Subcommittee advances bill to make DOT secretary a governor-appointed cabinet post and expand funding tools The House Ways and Means revenue subcommittee gave a favorable report to HB5071 as amended, moving to make the DOT secretary a governor-appointed cabinet position, broaden DOT funding options including tolling and public–private partnerships, and streamline certain environmental reviews; the subcommittee also amended the parallel Senate vehicle the same way.

A groundbreaking bill has just passed that could reshape South Carolina's transportation landscape by making the DOT secretary a governor-appointed cabinet position and expanding funding options!

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Transportation panel adopts DMV electronic‑titling amendment and advances cyclist‑yield bill The Senate Transportation Committee adopted a subcommittee amendment to H.B. 3,856 (a DMV cleanup bill enabling electronic titling) and reported it favorably; the committee also adopted a technical amendment and advanced S.B. 812 to allow cyclists to yield at red lights and stop signs when safe.

The Senate Transportation Committee has taken a significant step towards modernizing DMV processes and enhancing cyclist safety with new bills on electronic titling and the "Idaho stop."

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Subcommittee advances DOT modernization bill after adopting pothole-reporting amendment A Senate subcommittee amended Senate Bill 831 to add a pothole-reporting-and-repair requirement and approved a consolidated amendment that removes proposed fees, assigns certain NEPA responsibilities to the state, revises procurement language and restores county legislative-delegation appointment authority for CTCs. The bill was reported favorably to the full committee.

The Senate subcommittee just advanced a groundbreaking bill that introduces a smartphone app for pothole reporting and eliminates multiple fees, paving the way for smoother roads ahead!

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Public Service Commission reviews weight limit regulations for new carriers Commission examines weight limit rules and discovery regulations for transportation applications.

South Carolina's lawmakers are redefining transportation regulations, tackling weight limits and legal document preparation—what changes could this mean for new carriers?

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Senate unanimously approves S 307 for peer-to-peer car sharing guidelines Senate passes bill S 307 outlining peer-to-peer car sharing insurance procedures.

South Carolina's Senate has just voted 40-0 to pave the way for a revolutionary car sharing program, redefining how residents connect and travel!

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Dave Hayes advocates for Polaris Slingshot legalization to boost South Carolina revenue Hayes argues for legalizing Polaris Slingshots citing safety and economic benefits for South Carolina.

South Carolina could see a boost in revenue and safety by legalizing three-wheeled vehicles like the Polaris Slingshot on public roads.

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