SC Fish, Game and Forestry Committee February 18, 2026

South Carolina Senate Committee (Legislative briefing) · February 18, 2026

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Chair opens the briefing, says there are no bills to vote on and that the committee will hear updates on South Carolina forestry; announces timing and introduces State Forester Scott Phillips to begin the presentation.

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State forester Scott Phillips briefed a legislative committee on 2025 wildfire activity, equipment and budget needs, and large market disruptions in the forestry sector; industry speakers described new investments and a planned Orangeburg renewable-diesel plant using wood chips.

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