Today’s briefs include a state budget bill sent to the governor, voter registration mailing guidance, tax legislation, environmental rulemaking and public health heat guidance.
Senate Bill 857, a statewide regulatory bill involving funeral service law and Department of Insurance licensing provisions, was presented to the governor July 2.
The State Board of Elections says recent voter registration mailings have caused confusion, privacy concerns and extra work for county boards.
House Bill 1200, the Tax-Free Family Essentials Act, passed the House and was referred to Senate Rules on July 1.
Senate Bill 257, the 2026 Appropriations Act, was ratified and presented to Gov. Josh Stein on July 2 after final legislative votes.
North Carolina state government activity Thursday includes continued budget movement, House and Senate sessions, a wide-ranging election law bill in the Senate and agency guidance tied to the Fourth of July heat wave.
House Bill 437, dealing with drug-free zones near homeless service facilities and unauthorized public camping, was presented to the governor July 2.
House Bill 133, the NC Farmland and Military Protection Act, was presented to the governor July 2.
House Bill 1104, dealing with involuntary commitment, court capacity proceedings and public safety, was ordered enrolled July 1.
Gov. Josh Stein’s AI Leadership Council released a statewide roadmap focused on AI protections, workforce preparation and government services.
