SC Native Plants
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This resolution recognizes the significant value of South Carolina’s native plants to the state’s environment, landscape, agriculture, history, and economy. It encourages state agencies, local governments, and private landowners to prioritize the use of native plants for landscaping, erosion control, and vegetation management, aiming to support pollinators and preserve the state’s unique flora and fauna.
Key provisions
- Recognizes the value of South Carolina native plants to the state's environment, landscape, agriculture, history, and economy.
- Encourages the use of native plants for landscaping, erosion control, and vegetation management.
- Aims to promote the viability of pollinators and preserve South Carolina’s unique flora and fauna.
- Urges the Department of Administration to disseminate the resolution to state agencies and governmental units.
- Highlights the importance of native plants for watershed protection and water conservation.
Who is affected
- State Agencies
- Local Governments
- Private Landowners
- Pollinators
- South Carolina Residents
Notable changes
- The resolution does not introduce new laws but rather expresses a desire for increased use of native plants.
- It specifically calls for the use of native plants to support pollinator populations.
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