South Carolina Voters Deliver Strong Turnout in 2026 Midterm Elections
South Carolinians turned out in impressive numbers during the 2026 midterm election, demonstrating strong civic engagement and helping shape the future leadership of our state and nation.
As election results are finalized, the South Carolina Hospital Association (SCHA) looks forward to working with newly elected and returning policymakers to advance healthcare priorities that strengthen hospitals, support the healthcare workforce, and improve access to care for patients across South Carolina.
To help our members and partners become familiar with the state’s newly elected leaders, SCHA has compiled a midterm elections results brief on the new members of the state legislature, Congressional delegation, and other statewide officers.
The 2026 election introduces a new class of lawmakers who will play an important role in shaping healthcare policy in the years ahead. Building relationships with these leaders is essential to ensuring they understand the challenges and opportunities facing South Carolina hospitals, health systems, caregivers, and patients.
Advocacy remains a central pillar of SCHA’s strategic priorities. Through increased grassroots engagement, educational outreach, and relationship-building efforts, SCHA is committed to helping members connect with policymakers at both the state and federal levels. These efforts will include opportunities to engage legislators in local communities, participate in advocacy initiatives, host hospital visits, and educate newly elected officials on the vital role hospitals play in maintaining healthy communities.
“While Election Day is an important milestone, effective advocacy is a year-round effort,” said Thornton Kirby, President and CEO of the South Carolina Hospital Association. “The relationships we build with elected officials today will help shape the healthcare policies of tomorrow. We encourage our members to become familiar with their elected representatives and join us in ensuring healthcare remains a top priority for South Carolina.”
SCHA looks forward to partnering with healthcare leaders, clinicians, trustees, and community advocates across the state to advance policies that strengthen South Carolina’s healthcare system and improve the health and well-being of all South Carolinians.