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South Carolina moves to end 'orphan tax,' preserving survivor benefits for foster kids

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Sep 2, 2026

South Carolina moves to end 'orphan tax,' preserving survivor benefits for foster kids

Governor Henry McMaster announced Tuesday that South Carolina will be joining a league of other states calling for an end to the practice of using Social Securi |!| Charleston Gove…

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South Carolina moves to end 'orphan tax,' preserving survivor benefits for foster kids

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