Committee flags data and staffing gaps; DES says models date to 2019 and recommends ongoing updates Legislators pressed DES on staffing and data gaps underlying water planning; DES said the modeling behind the report began in 2019, pledged transparency on funding, and said it would build a business case if more capacity is needed.

South Carolina lawmakers are raising alarms over outdated water policy models and staffing shortages, warning that without immediate action, the state's ability to adapt to changing demands is at risk.

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Joint House-Senate committee approves combined recommendations on state water plan A joint House and Senate surface water study committee voted 7–0 to adopt a combined set of recommendations that ask the AG's office to monitor interstate disputes, encourage water recycling, support WaterSC, and keep the state water plan as a living document.

A groundbreaking agreement between the House and Senate aims to revolutionize South Carolina's water management by promoting recycling and informed oversight.

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Columbia Water officials discuss future water needs and industrial growth with lawmakers Officials stress water availability and infrastructure as key for South Carolina's industrial growth.

South Carolina's water future hangs in the balance as lawmakers tackle the urgent need for sustainable management amid rising industrial demands.

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South Carolina Water SC group to update state's water plan by year's end Diverse stakeholders collaborate to enhance South Carolina's water resource planning efforts.

A powerful coalition of diverse voices is ready to transform South Carolina's water future, ensuring every perspective is heard in the upcoming water plan update.

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South Carolina working group establishes guiding principles to update state water plan Working group identifies principles for collaborative water resource management in South Carolina.

South Carolina's future water resources are in the hands of a dedicated committee that's prioritizing collaboration and sustainable management—discover how they're shaping the state's water plan!

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