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Learn MoreJanuary 21, 2025
On January 21, 2025, one state-level election was held: House District 113 Special Primary. This election impacted voters in 23 Charleston County precincts. There was only one […]
Read ReleaseImportant Dates and Deadlines Filing opens: Noon, Friday, February 7, 2025 Filing closes: Noon, Saturday, February 15, 2025 Find candidates Primary (If Necessary) Voter registration deadline: March […]
Read ReleaseDecember 6, 2024
Howie Knapp, Executive Director of the State Election Commission (SEC), provided the attached letter to update the Senate regarding the withdrawal of the protest challenging the 2024 […]
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