(RALEIGH) Today Governor Josh Stein inducted six people into The Order of the Long Leaf Pine for their contributions to the State of North Carolina.
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Joint Statement from Rep. David Willis and Rep. Allen Chesser
Raleigh, NC — Rep. David Willis and Rep. Allen Chesser made the following statement regarding their appointment to the House Select Committee on Blockchain and Digital Assets:
Speaker Hall Announces House Select Committee on Involuntary Commitment and Public Safety
Raleigh, NC — Today, North Carolina House Speaker Destin Hall announced the House Select Committee on Involuntary Commitment and Public Safety.
Speaker Hall, NC House Health Chairs Slam Stein’s Politically Motivated Medicaid Cuts
Raleigh, NC — Today, North Carolina House Speaker Destin Hall and the chamber’s Health Appropriations chairs strongly criticized Governor Josh Stein for threatening unnecessary Medicaid provider reimbursement rate cuts in a political stunt that jeopardizes North Carolinians’ access to health care.
John Hood: North Carolina Needs More Savings
RALEIGH — With the federal government running massive deficits, inflation still running ahead of the Federal Reserve’s 2% annual target, the administration’s mercurial trade policies generating significant uncertainty, and both business investment and consumer confidence trending in the wrong direction, now would be a good time for states and localities to reexamine their fiscal risk.
Governor Stein Announces Boards and Commissions Appointments
(RALEIGH) Today Governor Josh Stein announced appointments to boards and commissions.
Governor Stein Takes Action on Three Bills
(RALEIGH) Today Governor Stein signed two bills into law.
CATS Special Report Reveals Armed Security Decreased 40%, “Inclusion” Requirement for Security Contracts
RALEIGH, N.C. — The North Carolina Office of the State Auditor (OSA) has released a Preliminary Special Report on the security contracts for the Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS). The report, conducted in response to the murder of Iryna Zarutska on one of the CATS’s train cars, examined the security contract history of the CATS, the fluctuations in security personnel for the CATS, and how solicitation for security contracts was guided by a “Charlotte Business Inclusion” requirement.
Governor Stein Proclaims North Carolina Manufacturing Week
Raleigh, N.C. - Governor Josh Stein has proclaimed September 29 through October 4 North Carolina Manufacturing Week. With the eighth-largest manufacturing economy in the United States and the largest manufacturing workforce in the Southeast, manufacturing supports every sector of North Carolina’s economy.
Governor Stein’s September Column: Keeping Kids Safe Online
(RALEIGH) This month Governor Stein is reminding North Carolinians about helpful tips to support students’ online safety and mental health. Media outlets are invited to publish the column below from Governor Stein.
Republican Lawmakers Leave Raleigh, Allowing Medicaid Cuts to Begin 10/1
Due to Republican inaction over the past few months, this week the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services will have to implement cuts to Medicaid service providers. Those cuts are set to take effect this Wednesday, October 1st, unless lawmakers act. But Republican lawmakers have skipped town and have no plans to return for at least three more weeks.
John Hood: Defining Terms Can Shape Political Debate
RALEIGH – Are you an epicurean? The answer to this question reveals something about you, the English language, and the power of propaganda.
State Auditor’s Office Introduces Cardinal Award, Gives Inaugural Recognition to Morganton’s Finance Director
State Auditor Dave Boliek is pleased to introduce the Cardinal Award – a special distinction from the State Auditor’s Office bestowed upon North Carolina’s finest individuals.
Op-Ed: One-sided and misleading view of the App Store Accountability Act
My name is Josiah Hafner, and I’m 16 years old. I’m writing in response to the recent op-ed titled *“Protecting kids online is easier than it seems”* by Lee Currie. While I appreciate the concern for child safety, the article presents a one-sided and misleading view of the App Store Accountability Act (S.1586/H.R.3149)—a bill that directly affects teens like me.
Op-Ed: North Carolina is built for road trips—until your car breaks down. A bill before Congress could help.
North Carolina’s mountains, beaches, and vibrant cities rank it among the top states in the country for hitting the road. While smooth summer travels are always the goal, a popped tire, broken engine, or minor collision can dampen a vacation.
Op-Ed: Protecting kids online is easier than it seems
In all my years involved in politics, I have seen only a handful of proposals that receive real overwhelming support among the public. The federal App Store Accountability Act is one of them.
John Hood: Popularity Is Precisely What We Want
RALEIGH — What is the most popular state in the continental United States? You guessed it: our own North Carolina.
NC House Approves Medicaid Rebase Plan
Raleigh, NC — Today, the North Carolina House of Representatives approved a fiscally responsible plan that funds the state’s Medicaid rebase while safeguarding teacher and state employee pay raises and avoiding new provider rate cuts.
Leader Reives Statement on Failure to Fund Medicaid Rebase
“House and Senate Republican Leadership continues to fail North Carolinians, 1 in 4 of whom rely on Medicaid coverage,” House Democratic Leader Robert Reives said. “Our state needs real leadership and decisive action from the General Assembly to ensure that coverage doesn’t lapse for thousands of families across the state. Lives are hanging in the balance -- political gamesmanship cannot continue to get in the way of health care for North Carolinians.”
NC House Passes Iryna’s Law to Crack Down on Violent Offenders and Protect Public Safety
Raleigh, NC — Today, the North Carolina House of Representatives passed House Bill 307, “Iryna’s Law,” with a bipartisan, veto-proof majority. Named in memory of Iryna Zarutska—who was tragically murdered in Charlotte last month by a repeat violent offender released pretrial despite severe mental health issues—the legislation takes direct aim at soft-on-crime policies and ensures stronger protections for victims and communities. The bill now heads to the Governor's desk for his consideration.