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Tuesday, May 28, 2013  A bill aimed at strengthening cyber-security across state government may be dead for the year, but legislators expect to incorporate the essentials into the state budget.

Thursday, February 28, 2013  A Senate panel has decided not to create a whole new agency for the state's cyber-security officer.

Thursday, February 21, 2013  The South Carolina Senate has approved a government restructuring bill that would give the governor more control of bureaucratic functions.

Tuesday, January 29, 2013  Lawmakers insist they've fast-tracked a government restructuring bill, even as Gov. Nikki Haley criticizes what she calls a stalling tactic.

Tuesday, June 19, 2012  The Senate Judiciary Committee has recommended confirming Patrick Maley as South Carolina's inspector general.

Tuesday, February 08, 2011  A House Judiciary subcommittee unanimously approved legislation creating a Department of Administration that would move many day-to-day functions of the state out of a state financial oversight board that is controlled by a mix of state officers and legislators.