Privacy Policy
A legal disclaimer
PRIVACY POLICY
Effective Date: July 2026
Campaign: Bill Hager for SC State House
1. Overview
Bill Hager for SC State House ("we," "our," or "the Campaign") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website, complete our contact forms, make a contribution, or interact with our campaign digitally.
2. Information We Collect
We collect information that you voluntarily provide directly to us when interacting with the Campaign:
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Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and zip code when you sign up for updates, contact us, or register to volunteer.
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Contribution & Voter Information: When you make a political contribution, we collect your payment details, employer name, and occupation as required by South Carolina ethics and election laws.
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SMS/Mobile Data: Phone numbers collected for SMS/text messaging updates and mobile alerts.
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Automated Data: Information automatically collected when browsing our site, such as IP addresses, browser types, and cookie data to help improve user experience and site navigation.
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3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information collected for campaign-related purposes, including:
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Sending campaign updates, event invitations, news, and legislative updates.
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Processing political contributions and complying with State Ethics Commission reporting requirements.
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Mobilizing volunteers and voter outreach efforts across South Carolina.
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Responding to your inquiries, calls, or emails.
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Improving website functionality and analyzing traffic trends.
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4. Text Messaging & SMS Privacy
If you opt-in to receive mobile text messages from Bill Hager for SC State House:
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Consent: Mobile information will not be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing/promotional purposes.
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Opt-Out: You can unsubscribe from campaign text messages at any time by replying STOP to any text message received.
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Help: Reply HELP for support or contact us directly. Message and data rates may apply.
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5. Disclosure of Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share your information only under the following circumstances:
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Compliance with SC Law: Campaign contribution details (such as contributor name, address, occupation, and employer) may be required to be reported to the South Carolina State Ethics Commission in compliance with state political contribution laws.
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Service Providers: Trusted third-party vendors who assist in operating our website, processing online payments, or delivering emails, under strict confidentiality agreements.
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Legal Requirements: If required by law, court order, or governmental regulation.
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6. Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, loss, or alteration. Online financial transactions and donations are processed through secure, encrypted payment gateways.
7. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external websites or social media platforms. The Campaign is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites.
8. Updates to This Policy
We reserve the right to modify or update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Effective Date."
9. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us:
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Campaign: Bill Hager for SC State House
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Email: hagercitadel182@gmail.com
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Phone: 803.346.9576
