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February 20, 2025

South Carolina State Election Commission Recognized with 2024 South Carolina Notable State Documents Award

COLUMBIA, SC (February 21, 2025) – The South Carolina State Election Commission (SEC) is proud to announce that its 2024 Poll Managers Handbook has been selected as […]

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January 21, 2025

Hand-Count Audit Notice for State House District 113 Primary

On January 21, 2025, one state-level election was held: House District 113 Special Primary. This election impacted voters in 23 Charleston County precincts. There was only one […]

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State House District 50 Special Election

Important Dates and Deadlines Filing opens: Noon, Friday, February 7, 2025 Filing closes: Noon, Saturday, February 15, 2025 Find candidates Primary (If Necessary) Voter registration deadline: March […]

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