RALEIGH, N.C. — State Auditor Dave Boliek released the following statement on the North Carolina State Board of Elections report identifying approximately 34,000 deceased individuals on North Carolina's voter rolls:
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State Board Identifies Deceased Individuals on Voter Rolls Through Federal Database Comparison
The North Carolina State Board of Elections has identified approximately 34,000 deceased individuals on the state’s voter rolls following a comprehensive data comparison with the federal Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlements (SAVE) database.
The Governor's April Column: Keeping North Carolina Strong
(RALEIGH) This month Governor Josh Stein is highlighting investments in his recommended budget that would build on North Carolina’s success story and keep the state strong. Media outlets are invited to publish the column below from Governor Stein. –
NC lawmakers will fill Medicaid funding gap, but larger state budget issues remain unresolved
The North Carolina legislature has agreed to shore up the state’s Medicaid program with a $319 million infusion, but disagreements between Republicans in the House and Senate on the rest of the state budget remain unresolved.
NC House Huddle: April 2026
NC House Huddle newsletter for April, 2026.
State Auditor’s Office Releases NC A&T Investigative Report
RALEIGH, N.C. — An Investigative Special Report from the North Carolina Office of the State Auditor (OSA) confirmed North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University (NC A&T) improperly directed $5 million to students as financial assistance without evidence of merit or need-based criteria.
Budd, Shaheen Lead Three-Bill Package to Enhance American Airpower and Boost Defense Industrial Base
Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senators Ted Budd (R-N.C.) and Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.), members of the Senate Armed Services Committee, led several of their colleagues in introducing a robust bipartisan legislative package of three bills focused on elevating and preserving the dominance of American military airpower in modern warfare.
House Oversight Democrats Statement on Hearing
The House Oversight Committee has once again convened in Raleigh to address what the Majority finds to be the most pressing issue facing our state. Not the absence of a budget. Not low teacher pay, public education funding, or any kind of meaningful policy. What urgent priority do they schedule for the very first week of session? A hearing on library books.
Senate Approves Medicaid Deal to Fund Program and Root Out Waste
Raleigh, N.C. — Today, the N.C. Senate approved a deal to fund the state’s traditional Medicaid program and implement commonsense measures to root out fraud, waste, and abuse in order to rein in costs.
North Carolina's February Employment Figures Released
Raleigh, N.C. - The state’s seasonally adjusted February 2026 unemployment rate was 3.8 percent, unchanged from January’s revised rate. The national rate increased 0.1 of a percentage point to 4.4 percent.
John Hood: On Affordability, Deeds Trump Words
RALEIGH — Most federal, state, and local policymakers are saying the right things about housing. Our leaders say they want to make it easier for young people to purchase homes and older people to keep them. But are they doing enough to turn their words into deeds?
Senator Budd Introduces Bill To Provide Transparency on Medicaid Spending Resulting From Marijuana Use
Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senator Ted Budd (R-N.C.) introduced the Marijuana Impact on Medicaid Act today, which would require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to collect data on Medicaid spending associated with both hospital inpatient and outpatient care, as well as emergency room visits that result from marijuana use.
Stein unveils budget plan focused on teacher pay, tax relief and public safety
(RALEIGH) Today Governor Josh Stein announced his recommended budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 to keep North Carolina strong. The Governor’s budget raises starting teacher pay to the highest in the Southeast and provides meaningful tax relief to working families while ensuring North Carolina can continue to invest in critical needs, including public safety, public education, child care, workforce development, and health care. This budget complements the Governor's targeted budgets to address critical needs and support ongoing Hurricane Helene recovery efforts, addressing immediate challenges while planning for long-term success.
Legislative Leaders Establish Committee to Investigate Roy Cooper’s Secret ‘Reentry’ Settlement List
Raleigh, N.C. — Today, Senate Leader Phil Berger (R-Rockingham) and House Speaker Destin Hall (R-Caldwell) announced the formation of the Joint Legislative Commission on Governmental Operations (Gov Ops): Subcommittee on Prisons.
Special Report Finds Hurricane Relief Funds Went Toward Stress Balls, Succulent Plants, and a ‘Sobriety Bowl’ Event
The North Carolina Office of the State Auditor (OSA) released a special report on the use of Hurricane Helene mental health funds, citing purchases such as rhinoceros-shaped stress balls, succulent plants, and other comfort items and events.
Attorney General Jeff Jackson Pushes For Changes to Make Rental Housing More Affordable
RALEIGH – Attorney General Jeff Jackson and a bipartisan group of attorneys general are urging the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to ban hidden and surprise fees that drive up rent costs for North Carolinians.
John Hood: Expand Choice Among Public Schools
RALEIGH — For all the satisfied smiles among school-choice supporters, and the gnashing of teeth among its opponents, North Carolina is not one of the top-ranked states for educational freedom.
COLUMN: Let's Not Miss Our Chance to Continue North Carolina's Conservative Successes
Raleigh, N.C. — Senate Leader Phil Berger (R-Rockingham) released the following column highlighting his goals and thoughts ahead of the 2026 legislative session, which begins on Tuesday, April 21. This column is available for publication by media outlets.
Attorney General Jeff Jackson Secures New Commitments from WeChat to Combat Fentanyl Money Laundering
RALEIGH – Fentanyl kills about six North Carolinians a day and over 100 Americans a day. Billions of dollars in drug proceeds are laundered each year through an underground banking network that relies heavily on the messaging platform WeChat. Until now, the company has done little to help law enforcement stop it.
Governor Stein Calls on General Assembly to Pass a Budget That Invests in Teachers & Students During Legislators in Schools Week
Today Governor Josh Stein visited Davidson Elementary School with Representative Beth Helfrich to celebrate Legislators in Schools Week, outline his priorities for investing in North Carolina’s teachers and students, and call on the General Assembly to pass a comprehensive budget.