Michelle H., et al. v. McMaster Progress Report: South Carolina Department of Social Services

This report assesses the progress of the South Carolina Department of Social Services (DSS) in
meeting the requirements of the Final Settlement Agreement (FSA) in Michelle H., et al. v.
McMaster and Catone, for the period of April 1, 2025 through September 30, 2025. The report has
been prepared by court-appointed independent Monitor Judith Meltzer with the assistance of
Monitor staff and is presented to the Honorable Richard M. Gergel, U.S. District Court Judge, the
Parties to the lawsuit, and the public.