Federal tax legislation passed in 2025, known as the 'One Big Beautiful Bill,' has reset and expanded tax breaks, preventing the rollback of 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act provisions. For 2026, South Carolina workers may see increased take-home pay due to higher standard deductions and adjusted tax brackets designed to counter inflation. These changes mean more income is shielded from taxation and workers can earn more before facing higher tax rates, potentially reducing paycheck withholdings.