Governor McMaster Delivers 2026 State of the State

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In his State of the State address, Governor McMaster highlighted South Carolina’s strong economic performance and emphasized the business community’s role in driving the state’s success over the past nine years. He pointed to budget surpluses, record investment, and workforce growth as evidence that South Carolina remains competitive. 

Key Accomplishments Highlighted

  • Over $53.7 billion in new capital investment and nearly 100,000 new jobs since 2017
  • $1.275 billion in cumulative tax cuts, allowing families and businesses to keep more of their earnings
  • A $4.3 billion increase in active highway projects to support economic growth
  • A $20,000 increase in teachers’ starting salaries to strengthen workforce development
  • More than 120,000 scholarships awarded for technical and vocational education to meet employer demand for skilled workers

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