2025-2026 Legislative Session Wrap-Up
Dear Neighbor,
When I first ran for State House two years ago, I promised to speak truth, ask tough questions, and remember the people who sent me to Columbia to represent them. I have held true to those commitments.
This legislative session had some wins worth celebrating. We advanced parental rights, protected children, stood up for families, and continued pushing back against government overreach.
But we also saw plenty of examples of why South Carolinians are frustrated with politics. Too many people in government have forgotten who they work for. There is an inherent elitism and entitlement that has grown into our bureaucracy, which is why government too often spends too much, grows too large, and loses sight of the people it exists to serve.
As your State Representative, I’ve been a consistent voice for common sense legislation and conservative values, even when it’s not the popular thing to do.
The Silfab facility near Flint Hill schools remains one of the most significant issues facing our district. I stood for our community by co-sponsoring legislation (H.4293) which aimed to strengthen zoning transparency and accountability. Communities deserve a voice before major industrial projects are approved, and local governments should follow the ordinances they put in place. I worked directly with community advocates, local officials, the Attorney General’s Office, and the Department of Environmental Services (DES) and facilitated meetings to help residents get answers and push for accountability and clarify York County’s responsibilities. This is an issue I continue to fight for.
Here are some of the significant pieces of legislation that were signed into law this year and how I voted:
Income Tax Restructuring (H. 4216); Opposed
One of the most debated bills of the session was H. 4216, a tax restructuring proposal promoted as tax reform. The bill’s supporters publicly acknowledged that approximately 25% of South Carolina taxpayers would pay more under the proposal. Based on household income data, we estimated that number could be even higher in District 66—potentially as much as 35% of local taxpayers. I support lower taxes and a simpler tax code. I could not support a plan that would increase taxes on families in Fort Mill and Tega Cay—or any resident of this state.
“The Bathroom Bill”: Student Physical Privacy Act (H. 4756); Co-sponsored
I fought to protect privacy and safety for women and girls. This legislation requires public schools and public institution of higher learning to designate locker rooms, restrooms, and changing facilities based on biological sex.
Many York County parents traveled to Columbia to testify and advocate for the bill. I was proud to stand with those families and support their efforts to ensure schools protect the privacy and safety of all students.
Boat Tax Reform (H. 3858); Co-sponsored
My support of this legislation reflects my steadfast commitment to lower taxes and protect our lake communities. This bill eliminates the requirement to separately title outboard motors. This takes effect January 1, 2027.
Our lake is part of our community’s identity and way of life. Families who enjoy and maintain that lifestyle should not be unfairly targeted with additional taxes. I will continue fighting to protect residents from policies that place unnecessary burdens on our lake community.
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One of the best parts of this job isn’t what happens under the State House dome—it’s what happens back home. Whether I’ve seen you at a school event, community meeting, local coffee shop, baseball field, church, or neighborhood gathering, your ideas and concerns help shape the work I do in Columbia.
I promise this: I’ll continue showing up, asking questions, reading the fine print, and voting the way I believe best serves the people of District 66.
Thank you for trusting me to be your voice at the State House. It is truly an honor to represent you. If my office can ever be of service to you, I welcome you to give me a call at 803-212-6967
Warm regards,
Rep. Jackie Terribile
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Thomas Hyslip lives in Tega Cay with his wife and daughter. After 27 years in the U.S. Army and Federal Law Enforcement, he retired to pursue his passion for teaching. Tom is now an Assistant Professor of Instruction at the University of South Florida. In 2 short years he has won 10 awards from the South Carolina Press Association, including first place in column writing, education beat reporting and best podcast.
