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ProTruthSC @protruthsc.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

Please contact your SC Senator and urge them to reject this bill, or any legislation which requires whitewashing our history.

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ProTruthSC @protruthsc.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

Senate Bill 508 will be discussed tomorrow (Tuesday, March 17, 2026 3:00 p.m. in Room 105 of the Gressette Building). The bill prohibits any updates, including updates to improve the historical accuracy, to historical monuments. 1/

First of a series of slides on S. 508. The slides feature examples of monuments in SC that could use context. Under the bill, organizations other than the state legislature will not be able to add additional context.

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ProTruthSC @protruthsc.bsky.social · 11/03/2026

Massey: “If you receive a [voucher] scholarship, you don’t have to go to school. 16/

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ProTruthSC @protruthsc.bsky.social · 11/03/2026

The Senate Education Committee is currently debating amendments to the anti-LGBTQ+ “bathroom bill” H. 4756. 1/

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ProTruthSC @protruthsc.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

This week (starting Tuesday, March 10) the first budget deliberations will be held on the floor of the SC House. The graphic below is also available as a PDF under the “Resources” tab at ProTruthSC.org (link in bio). 1/4

This flowchart shows the process by which an SC budget bill is drafted and becomes law. A PDF is available at this link: https://irp.cdn-website.com/88a58afd/files/uploaded/Budget+Graphic+%281%29.pdf

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ProTruthSC @protruthsc.bsky.social · 03/03/2026

Full PDF of these slides: irp.cdn-website.com/88a58afd/fil... 2/2

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ProTruthSC @protruthsc.bsky.social · 13/02/2026

-requiring accountability for all funds -ending current requirements that families waive their rights to special education (under IDEA) to collect funds -ending the Department’s current practice of allowing families to claim funds for unaccountable “homeschool” services in violation of the law… 2/5

Graphic containing the same suggestions for amendments included in this thread.

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ProTruthSC @protruthsc.bsky.social · 13/02/2026

A Senate education committee will meet 2/19 to discuss amendments to South Carolina’s existing school voucher law. Please contact members of the committee before 2/18 to urge them to amend the existing law by… 1/5

Screenshot of the agenda for the 2/19 meeting of the SC senate ed committee.

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ProTruthSC @protruthsc.bsky.social · 16/01/2026

Please email 3M1health@schouse.gov by 3PM to share feedback on H. 4757, the so-called “parental rights” censorship bill. 1/

Graphic about SC House Bill 4747. Description in text of post.

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ProTruthSC @protruthsc.bsky.social · 02/05/2025

Our SC Board of Education will have an executive session Tues, May 6 to discuss the book ban regulation. Please email your Board rep before that date to urge them to amend the regulation to align with existing state obscenity laws. Email addresses can be found here: docs.google.com/document/d/1...

Graphic contains a slightly more wordy version to the post text. From Freedom to Read SC.

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ProTruthSC @protruthsc.bsky.social · 29/04/2025

You can find the agenda here. 2/2 www.ed.sc.gov/state-board/...

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ProTruthSC @protruthsc.bsky.social · 29/04/2025

The Board’s next meeting is Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 11:30 AM 849 Learning Lane West Columbia, SC 29172 Please see our email template for contact information. Reach out to your Board member to thank them for delaying consideration on the 10 challenged books. 1/2 docs.google.com/document/d/1...

A graphic showing Board member Christian Hanley and Superintendent Ellen Weaver, along with the text of this post.

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ProTruthSC @protruthsc.bsky.social · 16/04/2025

The amendment, which senators have evidently not read passes, and the bill is carried over until the next meeting. The vote: 8/

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ProTruthSC @protruthsc.bsky.social · 16/04/2025

Ott questions Hembree on the “urgency” of quickly passing this. Hembree acknowledges even if they do pass it, there will likely be a lawsuit and that the funds may not be available. 4/

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ProTruthSC @protruthsc.bsky.social · 03/04/2025

In a March 14 memo, SC’s Superintendent of Education moved to prohibit representation of and services for transgender students in SC public schools. To transgender, non-binary, and gender-conforming students, friends, family, and neighbors, we see you and are with you. CW: transphobic language. 1/2

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ProTruthSC @protruthsc.bsky.social · 02/04/2025

If you are able, please come to the State House this afternoon (4/2, around 4:30) to support opponents of the anti-DEI bill. State House second floor lobby Wear Black to show solidarity

Graphic containing the same text in this post, with an image of the SC State House.

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ProTruthSC @protruthsc.bsky.social · 01/04/2025

After passionate public comment and a thoughtful discussion led by Dr. O’Shields and new member Rev. Tony Vincent, the Board voted to postpone decisions on these ten books. 1/3

A graphic showing ten challenged books and the words safe for now

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ProTruthSC @protruthsc.bsky.social · 28/03/2025

The SC Board of Education will consider a single parent’s challenges to 10 more books on Tues, 4/1 at 1PM. If they uphold committee recommendations, all of the books will be banned from every SC public school. Please contact your board member before the meeting: docs.google.com/document/d/1...

A graphic featuring Superintendent Ellen Weaver and Instructional Materials Review Committee Chair Christian Hanley.

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ProTruthSC @protruthsc.bsky.social · 26/03/2025

It’s 2:13 and the House is waiting for a members to return to resume debate. 12/

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ProTruthSC @protruthsc.bsky.social · 26/03/2025

Rep. Grant questions Rep. King. King says if this bill passes, “We are chipping away at the greatness of this state”. 8/

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ProTruthSC @protruthsc.bsky.social · 19/03/2025

The final vote again breaks down along partisan and racial lines. 51/

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ProTruthSC @protruthsc.bsky.social · 19/03/2025

Rivers points out that while the bill prohibits requiring diversity statements, we expect many professions to work with everyone. 48/

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ProTruthSC @protruthsc.bsky.social · 19/03/2025

Grant gives his own examples of the chilling effects of the current discussion. 44/

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ProTruthSC @protruthsc.bsky.social · 19/03/2025

Rep. Rivers asks how the bill’s definition of “preferential treatment” relates to legacy admissions and other kinds of preferential treatment not necessarily related to the “protected categories” the bill lists. 21/

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ProTruthSC @protruthsc.bsky.social · 19/03/2025

Rep. Alexander points out, accurately, that people who spoke at the last meeting spoke entirely against the bill. 8/

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ProTruthSC @protruthsc.bsky.social · 19/03/2025

Rep. Grant asks for clarification on what a “quasi-state agency” would be. McGinnis lists off various development authorities, the SC Lottery Commission, and other similar entities. 6/

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ProTruthSC @protruthsc.bsky.social · 19/03/2025

The House Education and Public Works Committee was just gaveled in. They will be discussing a major amendment to the anti-diversity H.3927, which has not been shared with the public. There will be no public comment. 1/

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ProTruthSC @protruthsc.bsky.social · 19/03/2025

Learning from one another during our ProTruth Hill Day Intergenerational Conversation. #sceducationtruth

A collage featuring a diverse group of advocates and retired educators meeting around long tables and engaged in conversations.

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ProTruthSC @protruthsc.bsky.social · 19/03/2025

Whether you’re at the State House or joining us online, please feel free to participate in our ProTruth Education Lottery scavenger hunt! The instructions in these images are also available in through the link below. #protrutheducationlottery #sceducationtruth docs.google.com/document/d/1...

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ProTruthSC @protruthsc.bsky.social · 19/03/2025

Today’s the day! We hope to see you at the SC State House for Lobby Day! To see the agenda and scavenger hunt directions, use the link below. Tag us today, and use the hastags #SCEducationTruth and #ProTruthEducationLottery docs.google.com/document/d/1...

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ProTruthSC @protruthsc.bsky.social · 17/03/2025

Don’t forget to register for our Lobby Day (this Wednesday at the SC State House)! form.jotform.com/250545574444...

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ProTruthSC @protruthsc.bsky.social · 13/03/2025

Just now, the SC Instructional Materials Review Committee voted to remove all of the books currently before the State Board of Education, including three books by author Ellen Hopkins, who attended the virtual meeting and spoke for educational freedom. 1/

A graphic showing the covers of the challenged books.

A graphic including the text included in this thread about the committee’s process.

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ProTruthSC @protruthsc.bsky.social · 12/03/2025

Ultimately, 117.195 was ruled out of order, but similar language is being proposed as permanent law under H. 3927. (A budget proviso is part of the annual budget and must be renewed each year to remain in effect.) 3/ www.scstatehouse.gov/sess126_2025...

The ruling from the House journal showing 117.195 ruled out of order.

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ProTruthSC @protruthsc.bsky.social · 12/03/2025

Speaking on the amendment, @drjljohnson.bsky.social pointed to the hypocrisy of supporting proviso 117.195, which bans diversity, equity, and inclusion programs, while rejecting this amendment. “You showed me who you are,” he said. 2/

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ProTruthSC @protruthsc.bsky.social · 12/03/2025

Last night, during a very long House Budget meeting, the majority voted to table (kill) an amendment that would have prohibited state funds from being used to promote white supremacy. 1/ www.scstatehouse.gov/sess126_2025...

Text of amendment: “GP: Prohibition On The Use of State Funds for White Supremacy Programs) A state agency or quasi-state agency, including institutions of higher education, school districts, charter schools, and all political subdivisions may not use state funds to establish or support any office, unit or division within that agency that is established or exists in whole or in part, for the promotion of white supremacy.” See the link for the vote.

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ProTruthSC @protruthsc.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

Our next Full Coalition meeting is next Thursday, March 13. Please register for the Zoom using this link: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

Black text on a white and purple background: “FULL
COALITION MEETING, March 13 @ 7 PM”

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ProTruthSC @protruthsc.bsky.social · 04/03/2025

Cristina Picozzi of the Harriett Hancock Center is currently testifying against H. 3927, the anti- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion bill. See the original post for a link to the full thread.

Cristina Picozzi (long black hair and dark cardigan), presents at a lectern in front of a large, diverse audience in Blatt Room 110.

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ProTruthSC @protruthsc.bsky.social · 04/03/2025

The SC House Education and Public Works Committee is scheduled to meet at 2:30 PM today (3/4) to discuss the anti-Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion bill. Please attend and testify if you are able. The meeting will be in Blatt, Room 110, on the State House grounds in Columbia.

Flyer : image on purple background, with the SC State House.
The SC House Education and Public Works Committee is scheduled to meet at 2:30 PM today (3/4) to discuss the anti-Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion bill. Please attend and testify if you are able. The meeting will be in Blatt, Room 110, on the State House grounds in Columbia.

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ProTruthSC @protruthsc.bsky.social · 03/03/2025

Call to Action: provide written testimony on the anti-diversity bill by noon. Debate begins tomorrow (Tuesday, March 4), 1.5 hours after House adjourns (about 2:00 pm). See next comment for details. 1/2

A flyer from ProTruth with black and yellow text on a purple, black and white background. All text appears in the accompanying thread.

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ProTruthSC @protruthsc.bsky.social · 01/03/2025

To register for the emergency meeting tomorrow on threats to DEI: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

Flyer with a purple and black background. A post-it note graphic includes this text:

What is diversity, equity and inclusion?
How do proposed SC bills threaten K-12 and higher education programs?
What can you do to defend students, faculty, and truth in education?

Other text is included in the quoted post.
The registration link is also included in the post .

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ProTruthSC @protruthsc.bsky.social · 27/02/2025

EMERGENCY MEETING Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Bill Breakdown and Testimony Training Mar 2, 2025 07:00 PM Debate begins Tuesday, March 4 on the anti-diversity bill H.3927 bit.ly/43enJne to register

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