On The Move
Sen. Billy O’Dell named a SCEDA Legislator of the Year
Oct 12, 2012
COLUMBIA, SC - October 12, 2012 - The S.C. Economic Developers’ Association (SCEDA) named state Sen. Billy O’Dell Legislator of the Year.
O’Dell, a Republican who represents Abbeville, Anderson and
Greenwood counties, is one of two members of the General Assembly to be
so honored this year. He and Rep. Brian White (R-Anderson) will receive
their awards at the SCEDA Midyear Meeting in Greenville Oct. 11-12.
“South
Carolina’s economic development community received a great deal of
support from the General Assembly this year,” said George Wolfe, SCEDA
president. “Sen. O’Dell was instrumental in helping legislation promoted
by SCEDA make its way through the complex process from the Senate
Finance Committee to the Senate floor and on to conference committees
when necessary.”
Among the legislative successes for SCEDA this
year are measures that strengthen South Carolina’s ability to attract
jobs and capital investment from data centers, support improvements to
Charleston Harbor, and clarify the Pollution Control Act.
About SCEDA
Since
1965, the S.C. Economic Developers’ Association has served as the Voice
of Economic Development in the Palmetto State. A professional trade
association of more than 580 members, with representation from all 46
counties, SCEDA includes local and regional economic developers, as well
as officials from municipal, county and state government agencies,
construction and engineering firms, utility companies, attorneys,
consultants, financial institutions, and higher education.
