S.C. Code Ann. § 6-5-30: Assistance of State Treasurer.

The State Treasurer is authorized to assist local governments in investing funds that are temporarily in excess of operating needs by:

(1) Explaining investment opportunities to such local governments through publication and other appropriate means;

(2) Acquainting such local governments with the State's practice and experience in investing short-term funds; and

(3) Providing technical assistance in investment of idle funds to local governments that request such assistance.