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May 24, 2023

June's Governor's Advisory Commitee Meeting - DATE CHANGED

The Governor’s Advisory Committee on the Regulations of Child Care Facilities will meet on the following dates: Wednesday, June 12, 2023, at 10:00am - 1:00pm/Monday, June 26, 2023, at 10:00am – 1:00pm DSS State Office/Room 307-310 1535 Confederate Avenue, Columbia, SC 29201

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April 27, 2023

Get Ready for Hurricane Season

Get Ready for Hurricane Season

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April 24, 2023

May's Governor's Advisory Committee Meeting

The Governor’s Advisory Committee on the Regulations of Child Care Facilities will meet on May 23, 2023, from 10:00am – 1:00pm DSS State Office/Room 307-310. 1535 Confederate Avenue, Columbia, SC 29201

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