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S.C. Code Ann. § 1-33-10 Definitions
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For purposes of this chapter: (1) "Discriminatory action" means any action undertaken by the State to: (a) alter in any way the tax treatment of a religious organization, or cause any tax, fine, civil or criminal penalty, payment, damages award, or injunction to be assessed again…
S.C. Code Ann. § 1-33-20 Religious services deemed an essential service; operation of religious services during state of emergency
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(A) During a state of emergency, religious services are deemed an essential service and are considered necessary and vital to the health and welfare of the public. (B) The State may not limit the ability of a religious organization to continue operating and to engage in religious…
S.C. Code Ann. § 1-33-30 Violation of chapter; attorney's fees and costs
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A religious organization may assert a violation of this chapter as a claim or defense in a judicial proceeding. If the religious organization prevails in such a proceeding, the court must award attorney's fees and costs and may award other appropriate relief including, but not li…
S.C. Code Ann. § 1-33-40 Application and construction
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(A) This chapter applies to all state and local laws and ordinances and the implementation of those laws and ordinances, whether statutory or otherwise, and whether adopted before or after the effective date of this act. (B) Nothing in this chapter may be construed to authorize t…