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ASA joins coalition in asking South Carolina Senate to reduce boat property taxes, expand access

by American Sportfishing Association 3 Feb 08:14 PST
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Last week, nine organizations from the recreational fishing and boating community sent a letter to the South Carolina Senate asking the body to advance H.3858, which would reduce the property taxes charged on boats in the Palmetto State. Currently, the state's tax on boats registered in SC is 300% higher than neighboring states like Georgia and North Carolina.

Reducing this burden will not only make boat ownership more attainable, but also strengthen the local businesses, jobs, and conservation efforts tied to a healthy recreational boating and fishing economy.

Read the full letter here.

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