Today’s state briefs include upcoming legislative sessions, a House Finance agenda and the final day for DEQ electric grid resilience applications.
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Truth in Taxation bill moves from Senate to House
Senate Bill 992, titled “Truth in Taxation,” moved from the Senate to the House after a 38-4 Senate vote.
Home-based business bill returns to House after Senate changes
House Bill 372, the Home-Based Business Fairness Act, returned to the House on June 25 for concurrence in a Senate committee substitute.
Human trafficking and minors bill sent to governor
House Bill 83, a statewide bill involving minors and human trafficking, was presented to Gov. Josh Stein on June 25.
Revenue laws bill presented to governor
Senate Bill 595, a broad revenue laws package, was presented to Gov. Josh Stein on June 26.
Water and wastewater affordability bill sent to governor
House Bill 376, a statewide water and wastewater permitting bill, was presented to Gov. Josh Stein on June 26.
Today's NC Political News briefs
Today’s NC Political News briefs include General Assembly action on election law, water and wastewater legislation, human trafficking legislation, state employee pay-related legislation and recent state oversight reports.
NCDHHS, NCDIT launch rural health technology programs
NCDHHS and NCDIT announced three rural health technology programs, including a $20 million annual innovation fund and expanded digital health navigation.
Stein highlights state clean water investments as PFAS concerns continue
Gov. Josh Stein and DEQ Secretary Reid Wilson highlighted state investments in clean water infrastructure and PFAS response during a Wilmington visit.
NC House calendar includes vetoed concealed carry bill Thursday
Senate Bill 50, titled “Freedom to Carry NC,” was listed under unfinished business on the North Carolina House calendar for June 25.
Madeline Keeter: We all deserve a shot at the American Dream
Most Americans spend their lives working to achieve the American Dream. The idea of upward mobility, and the promise that each generation can achieve a higher standard of living and social status than the previous one, is something many people spend their lives working for.
NC lawmakers override vetoes on immigration, DEI and education bills
North Carolina lawmakers moved Wednesday to override vetoes on bills involving immigration enforcement, DEI policies, public education, higher education and state agencies.
Lee Currie: North Carolina Lawmakers Must Hold Hospitals Accountable
North Carolina families are tired of being told that healthcare costs are out of control while hospital systems continue operating behind a curtain of secrecy. If Republicans truly believe in transparency, accountability, and protecting taxpayers, then it is time for the General Assembly to take a hard look at waste, fraud, and abuse within our hospital systems.
Today's NC Political News briefs
North Carolina lawmakers are scheduled to meet Wednesday, June 24, with several statewide bills moving through House and Senate Rules committees. These items are verified through the North Carolina General Assembly calendar and bill pages.
NC lawmakers take up election, public safety and regulatory bills as House and Senate return
North Carolina lawmakers return to session Wednesday with bills on election law, public safety, coastal regulation, wildlife and adult correction scheduled in key Rules committees.
North Carolina unemployment rate holds at 3.7% in May
North Carolina’s unemployment rate remained at 3.7% in May, while total nonfarm employment increased by 17,400 jobs.
Today's NC Political News briefs
Today’s NC Political News briefs include a State Board of Elections meeting, expanded Peer Warmline access and rural infrastructure grants.
NC lawmakers take up taxation, regulatory reform, AI and Medicaid bills Tuesday
North Carolina lawmakers’ June 23 calendar includes bills on taxation, regulatory reform, Medicaid, insurance, public workforce and utility revenue issues.
Governor’s School Supply Drive to collect classroom donations June 29-July 31
North Carolina’s Governor’s School Supply Drive will collect classroom materials June 29 through July 31 at all 275 SECU branches.
Stein signs six bills, including housing finance and agriculture measures
Gov. Josh Stein signed six bills Monday, including measures involving housing finance, agricultural law, worker safety and workers’ compensation.