Establishes the Horse Creek Regional Public Service Authority to manage wastewater and sewage services in Aiken, Edgefield, and Saluda counties.

The bill establishes the Horse Creek Regional Public Service Authority to manage wastewater and sewage services in Aiken, Edgefield, and Saluda counties. It outlines the authority's functions, including building and operating treatment facilities, prescribing regulations, and entering into contracts with municipalities and political subdivisions. The authority is exempt from ad valorem taxes and can issue revenue bonds. The bill also mandates the transfer of assets and liabilities from the Aiken County Public Service Authority to the new authority, effective September 30, 2026.

Establishes the Horse Creek Regional Public Service Authority to manage wastewater and sewage services in Aiken, Edgefield, and Saluda counties.

The bill establishes the Horse Creek Regional Public Service Authority to manage wastewater and sewage services in Aiken, Edgefield, and Saluda counties. It outlines the authority's functions, including building and operating treatment facilities, prescribing regulations, and entering into contracts with municipalities and political subdivisions. The authority is exempt from ad valorem taxes and can issue revenue bonds. The bill also mandates the transfer of assets and liabilities from the Aiken County Public Service Authority to the new authority, effective September 30, 2026.