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Legislative Issues

Legislative Updates 2022: March 14 - 18 - March 21st, 2022

There are just 8 weeks remaining in this year's legislative session. State Policy Director Megan Chase breaks down the latest news and what to expect in this week's Legislative Update. read more

By Megan Chase

The Upstate Update: March 2022 - March 20th, 2022

In this month's Upstate Update, we celebrate the work your support made possible in 2021 with our Donor Impact Report, share details about several upcoming events, and more. read more

Our 2021 donor impact report - February 28th, 2022

Despite the challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic and the ever-transforming social climate, UF had one of its most productive years yet. And we could not have accomplished our indispensable work without your support. View last year's conservation highlights and success stories in our 2021 donor impact report. read more

By Andrea Cooper

The Upstate Update: February 2022 - February 21st, 2022

In this month's Upstate Update, we celebrate 2021's conservation successes, share our 2022 advocacy priorities, an action alert for Greenville County residents, and more. read more

Legislative Updates 2022: February 14-18 - February 21st, 2022

Believe it or not, we're through a third of the 2022 Legislative Session and it has been packed with positive steps for land conservation and healthy communities. Read this week's Legislative Update from State Policy Director Megan Chase for the rundown on the latest news from the Statehouse. read more

By Megan Chase

How to contact your legislators - February 7th, 2022

Directly engaging with your elected officials at the SC Statehouse is the most effective way to ensure your concerns on conservation, energy, and other issues in your area are heard. Here are some best practices for contacting your legislators. read more

By Michael Coleman

These are our 2022 advocacy priorities - February 4th, 2022

Read more about the issues we're advocating for in 2022 and the reasons we've chosen to prioritize them. read more

2021 In Review - December 21st, 2021

As we enter the final days of 2021, we're pausing to reflect on the conservation successes this year has brought for Upstate Forever, our partners, and all who are proud to call Upstate South Carolina home. read more

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