H5321

Horse Creek Public Service Authority

Introduced·3/4/26
Introduced Text

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.

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Where it stands

Current
Agriculture, Natural Resources and Environmental Affairs Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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5
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Mar 24

9:30 AM

House Environmental Affairs Subcommittee of the Agriculture, Natural Resources, and Environmental Affairs Committee

History

Mar 4

House

Introduced and read first time

Mar 4

House

Referred to Committee on Agriculture, Natural Resources and Environmental Affairs