南卡羅來納州提出具爭議性的新法案
Controversial New Bills Proposed in South Carolina
2026年南卡羅萊納州的立法會期已成為政治辯論的溫床，觸及了該州內部產生嚴重分歧的議題。
The 2026 legislative session in South Carolina has become a hotbed of political debate, touching on issues that deeply divide the state.
從大麻衍生四氫大麻酚（THC）產品的監管，到關於墮胎權與仇恨犯罪立法的激烈爭辯，立法者們正處於複雜的境地。
From the regulation of hemp-derived THC products to intense arguments over abortion access and hate crime legislation, lawmakers are navigating a complex landscape.
三月份達成的一項重大里程碑是針對大麻產品的妥協案，該案允許在嚴格的年齡與銷售場所規範下限量銷售飲料與軟糖，同時針對酒駕或毒駕行為引入更嚴厲的懲罰。
One major milestone reached this March was a compromise on hemp products, which now allows for limited sales of beverages and gummies with strict age and placement rules, while also introducing tougher penalties for driving under the influence.
此外，南卡羅萊納州仍是全美唯二沒有全面性仇恨犯罪法的州，儘管各界持續提倡，但該議題仍面臨重大阻礙。
Additionally, South Carolina remains one of two states without a comprehensive hate crime law, a topic that continues to face significant hurdles despite persistent advocacy.
除了這些文化衝突，立法機關在打擊醫院暴力的HALO法案，以及旨在改善道路維護的交通法案上皆有所進展。
Beyond these cultural conflicts, the legislature has made progress on the HALO Act to combat hospital violence and a transportation bill to improve road maintenance.
隨著本次選舉年的會期即將於五月中旬結束，共和黨內部的摩擦與黨派間持續進行的談判，仍持續形塑著該州政策的未來。
As the session approaches its mid-May conclusion during this election year, internal GOP friction and ongoing negotiations between parties continue to shape the future of state policy.
