South Carolina State Rep. Richie Yow reported on Feb. 21 that the S.C. Department of Transportation has approved plans for a signal light to be installed at the intersection of
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By - Associated Press - Sunday, February 14, 2021
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - A South Carolina House panel plans to review a bill that would confirm churches and other religious organizations are treated as essential services during a state of emergency.
The bill sponsored by Republican Rep. Richie Yow of Chesterfield says religious groups still have to follow safety protocols and occupancy rules during emergencies.
But churches and other houses of worship can’t be closed if other essential businesses are open, the bill says.