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flag South Carolina's Supreme Court hears challenge to lawmakers' $1,500 monthly pay raise blocked for violating constitutional pay rules.

flag The South Carolina Supreme Court heard arguments over a $1,500 monthly pay raise for lawmakers, effective July 1, which was blocked after a constitutional challenge. flag Republican Senator Wes Climer sued, claiming the raise violates the state constitution’s ban on pay increases before an election. flag The court paused all payments, including the base $1,000 monthly allowance, leaving lawmakers unpaid and forcing some to use personal funds. flag The raise, part of a broader budget increase, rebranded a long-standing expense allowance as “in-district compensation,” prompting questions about intent. flag Justices considered whether alternatives—like delaying the raise or separating it from regular pay—could have avoided the issue. flag The decision, expected in months, may delay compensation until the 2026 legislative session, when part-time members would receive a lump sum of $10,400.

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