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Cromer’s Corner: May 17 Edition

May 17, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Campaign 2012

Friends,
A three-justice court panel has dismissed a lawsuit that would have pushed back the primaries several weeks, so our election date is still June 12.


EVENT: We are holding a meet and greet at the Saluda River Club on Wednesday, May 23 from 6:00-8:00pm. There will be numerous conservative leaders from around the area in attendance. It will be a great opportunity to meet constituents, discuss issues facing our community, and talk about my campaign for re-election.

Ballot Issue Update

The State Senate did not pass a resolution that would have allowed candidates back on the ballot. Therefore, if there is no legal remedy passed to prevent this candidate mayhem and peculiar filing process from happening again, I will introduce legislation to be discussed in the next legislative session (January 2013).

The problem is that a couple years ago, a bill was passed that mandated all Statements of Economic Interest be filed online on the Ethics Commission website. Many were confused and just filed online, instead of in person at the same time as normal candidate filing, as the law prescribes.

I have already drawn up a bill that will affect the next election cycle, making public officials and all candidates file Statements of Economic Interest by the same date, instead of having different dates like they currently do. We will restructure the law so that this mess doesn’t happen again and so that the law is fair and equal.

Budget

As the current legislative session is set to conclude on June 7, the Senate is now beginning to take the state’s budget to the floor. In hopes we do not have to extend this year’s session to pass it, we will likely spend all day and night debating and revising the budget for the foreseeable future .

It is my commitment to review the budget and everything within it thoroughly and challenge waste and misappropriations.

As always, please do not hesitate to call my office at (803)212-6330 if you have any questions or concerns.

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Update on the South Carolina Ballot Issue

May 10, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Statewide news stories and debates in the Senate have recently revolved around many candidates from the Republican and Democratic Parties being removed from June 12 Primary ballots. The reason for this is improper candidate filings.

These major problems have arisen because many candidates filed their Statement of Economic Interest forms on the South Carolina Ethics Commission website, and many others filed late. There has been some confusion and legal debate over how to file correctly and in turn, who will be on the ballot.

The candidates are required by law to file both forms in person, at the same time, with the same official. However, a law passed just a couple years ago requiring Statements of Economic Interest to be filed online have thrown a wrench into the process. Many candidates thought filing online was all that was needed.

By the letter of the law, and as the SC Supreme Court ruled, the forms still have to be filed in person.
Senator Kevin Bryant has initiated a potential joint resolution to allow the candidates in question back on the ballot. As of the writing of this article, the resolution has not yet fully passed.

If this joint resolution is not adopted, or is in some way blocked from taking effect, I will introduce a bill to simplify and streamline the candidate filing process. This bill will change the law as it currently stands, but will only concern future elections.

If my bill passes, candidates and public officials will file their Statement of Economic Interest and Statement of Intention of Candidacy at the same time and under the same guidelines.

With all of the recent confusion and unfortunate circumstances with so many candidates who really intended to do the right thing, I feel we should take action to ensure a more simple and equal election process in the future.

Under this bill, both public officials and candidates would have to file the Intention of Candidacy forms by March 30, and a Statement of Economic Interest by April 15. Public officials currently file the Economic Interest by April 15, while other candidates are required to file it in person at the same time as their Intention of Candidacy.

This bill will address those concerns so we do not have this situation again in the next election cycle.

Again, as of the writing of this article, these measures have not been finally determined. I will do my best to keep everyone posted on the matter.

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Cromer’s Corner: May 3 Edition

May 3, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Legislative Update

The Senate has passed a bill that will allow the Governor to pick his/her own Lt. Governor to run with after the partisan primaries. In effect, if this bill now passes the House, the voters will decide in November at the ballot box if the Governor and Lt. Govern will run on the same ticket in the future.

I have supported this bill from the beginning because I believe it will allow for more harmony between the Governor’s and Lt. Governor’s office, while reducing the number of constitutional officers voters must choose from.

Changing gears, the Port of Charleston has been a contentious issue lately, and I continue to do all I can to support the Port’s research and growth because it directly affects the economy in Lexington and Newberry Counties. The health and success of the Port is critical to bringing more quality jobs to our area for exporting goods. It allows businesses like Michelin to continue to grow here and will attract many more like them.

We have to be pro-active in growing our ports, while being fiscally responsible. I believe that if we have an opportunity to gain a competitive edge economically over other states, especially Georgia in this case, we have to pursue it and use it to our advantage.

The budget and the state’s retirement fund are both coming to the floor of the Senate soon, and I will keep you posted on both issues as they progress. Session is slated to end on June 7, so things will likely speed up shortly.

Campaign 2012

The Republican Primary is quickly closing in on us and will be here before we know it. On June 12, please go out to vote and bring family, friends, or co-workers with you to do so.

On Thursday, May 10, Tripp Newsome and Danny Frazier are hosting a meet and greet for my campaign at the clubhouse of the Woodside Farm subdivision. If you are in the area, we would love to see you there!

If you would like to host our campaign for an event or meet and greet in your neighborhood, please contact Mark Knoop at (803)834-3469. This is a great way for me to get to know my constituents, discuss important issues, and get our message out.

Proudly Serving Senate District 18,

Ronnie Cromer

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Cromer Weighs in on Gov. and Lt. Gov Running as Team

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Cromer’s Corner: April 10 Edition

April 10, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Friends,

As tax season comes to a close, it seems fitting that the South Carolina State Senate is preparing to deliberate over this year’s budget, deciding appropriations for your tax dollars. As always, the fiscally liberal voices in Columbia are digging into the trenches to pad the pockets of special interests and spend your tax dollars on inefficient programs and things we simply do not need.

I am committed to doing more with less and making every agency in state government do the same. That’s why I have introduced legislation to audit state agencies and force them to justify their funding on a regular basis.

Please support my campaign for re-election to South Carolina Senate District 18 and help me keep up the fight for less government, lower taxes, and higher efficiency. Jobs in South Carolina depend on a fair and predictable regulatory climate and a low tax burden.

Here are two ways you can help our campaign today:

Sincerely,

Ronnie Cromer

Proudly Serving South Carolina Senate District 18

Paid for by the Committee to Elect Ronnie Cromer

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Help Ronnie Cromer’s Campaign for SC Senate!

April 2, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Visit www.ronniecromer.com/volunteer to sign up and help out the campaign! Even just a couple hours between now and election day can make a huge impact. Thank you so much for any help you can offer.

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“Lake Murray Jambalaya” a Huge Success!

March 9, 2012 By Leave a Comment

PRESS RELEASE

MARCH 8, 2012

Senator Ronnie Cromer has been strengthening his re-election campaign for the Republican Nomination for South Carolina Senate District 18. The campaign’s kick-off fundraiser was a huge success!

On Thursday, March 8, Senator Ronnie Cromer held a campaign kick-off event in Lexington County at The Caddyshak. Hosted by a long list of key influential conservatives in the District 18 area, the event served as a campaign fundraiser and meet and greet for Senator Cromer.

“I have truly enjoyed serving you all as your State Senator, and I would be honored to serve for another four years. I’m proud of my conservative record and the values I’ve fought for in the State Senate.”

The list of hosts included Republican elected officials, as well as respected conservative activists and leaders. Senator Cromer has already built a formidable war chest and is adding to his grassroots organization every day.

“It’s ironic because when I thought about running for re-election, my wife said, ‘You absolutely have to run for re-election, Ronnie; you have work to do.’ This is the same person who said I was crazy to run the first time.”

“My wife and family are my backbone and I couldn’t do this without them. I most definitely couldn’t do all of this without all of you. So, from the bottom of my heart, thank you for your gracious support.”

Ronnie Cromer has earned numerous accolades for his work in the Senate, recently receiving the “Business Advocate Award” from the SC Chamber of Commerce, an “A-Plus Rating” from the NRA, and “Legislator of the Year” from the SC Association of Conservation Districts.

Senator Cromer has served in the State Senate since 2003, when he won the seat in a special election. Ronnie Cromer is a career pharmacist and business owner. Senator Cromer also served his state and nation in the South Carolina National Guard for 30 years, retiring as a Lt. Colonel.

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Join Us for Ronnie Cromer’s “Lake Murray Jambalaya”

March 2, 2012 By Leave a Comment

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District 18 Senator on SC Ports Issue

March 1, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Senator Ronnie Cromer speaks about the South Carolina ports issue and a potential override of the Governor’s veto. Senator Cromer serves South Carolina State Senate District 18 in Lexington, Newberry and Union Counties.

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Bumper Stickers Are In!

February 24, 2012 By Leave a Comment

New Ronnie Cromer for Senate Bumper Stickers


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