Pay Freeze Halts South Carolina Legislators' Income
Republican Sen. Wes Climer sued, arguing the state constitution forbids immediate pay increases.
Supreme Court halted payments before July 1 budget’s raise could take effect.
Budget proposed raising monthly pay to $2,500 but payments were blocked.
Lawmakers can’t afford expenses without raises, risking better candidates for office.
Court delays payments until case resolves or 2026 session starts.
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