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Williamsburg County Capital Projects Tax Rate Change

The South Carolina Department of Revenue announced new local sales tax changes effective May 1, 2026. Williamsburg County is adding a new Capital Projects Tax, raising its Sales Tax rate to 8%. Lexington County has extended its School District Tax effective March 1, 2026, maintaining a 7% rate. Aiken County is reimposing its Capital Projects Tax effective May 1, 2026, keeping its rate at 8%.

SC Income Tax Deadline Extended to October 15, 2026

The South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) has automatically extended the 2025 Individual Income Tax filing deadline to October 15, 2026. However, taxpayers must still pay at least 90% of their tax liability by the original April 15, 2026, deadline to avoid penalties.

South Carolina Tax Season Opens for 2025 Returns

The South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) announced that the 2026 tax season for 2025 individual income tax returns has opened on January 26, 2026. Taxpayers are advised to use approved software or a trusted tax preparer, with specific guidance provided on selecting and verifying preparers.

South Carolina Alcohol Server Training Deadline Extended

The South Carolina Department of Revenue has extended the deadline for alcohol servers and managers to complete required training to May 1, 2026. This update is part of new legislative impacts from H.3430, which also affects liquor liability insurance requirements for businesses selling alcohol for on-premises consumption.

South Carolina Individual Income Tax Filing and Payment Options

The South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) provides guidance on individual income tax filing and payment options. It encourages online filing and payments through MyDORWAY, warning against third-party payment websites like DOXO.

South Carolina Alcohol Server Training Deadline Extended

The South Carolina Department of Revenue announced that House Joint Resolution 5261, if passed by the Senate, will extend the alcohol server training deadline to May 1, 2026. This extends the deadline from the original March 2, 2026 date.