Senate Bill 355 became Session Law 2026-44 on July 8, making statewide changes involving adult correction, probation, prison security and monitoring.
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NC Political News Briefs
Today’s briefs include the signed state budget, election law legislation, DEQ rulemaking, upcoming legislative meetings and State Board of Elections comment periods.
DEQ opens comment period on water treatment oversight rule
DEQ is accepting public comments through Aug. 31 on proposed rule changes affecting oversight of certain supplemental water treatment facilities.
Election law changes bill moves to Senate Rules
House Bill 958, a wide-ranging election law bill, remains in Senate Rules after passing the House and receiving first reading in the Senate.
Stein signs 2026 state budget into law
Gov. Josh Stein signed Senate Bill 257 into law July 7, enacting North Carolina’s 2026 state budget and signing a related budget technical corrections bill.
NC Political News Briefs
Today’s NC Political News briefs include voter registration mailing concerns, campaign finance rulemaking, absentee ballot rules and recent legislative action.
Crypto kiosk consumer protection bill sent to governor
House Bill 920, the Virtual Currency Kiosk Consumer Protection Act, was ratified July 2 and presented to Gov. Josh Stein on July 6.
Budget technical corrections bill sent to governor
House Bill 56, the 2026 Budget Technical Corrections bill, was ratified and presented to Gov. Josh Stein on July 2 after final legislative votes.
Stein signs bills on law enforcement, trafficking, taxes and water systems
Gov. Josh Stein signed four bills July 2 involving law enforcement retirees, human trafficking, tax changes, senior fraud protections and water and wastewater systems.
Stein signs public safety, housing and state workforce bills
Gov. Josh Stein signed four bills into law addressing gang activity, involuntary commitment, housing development rules, stormwater incentives and state government employment.
Today's NC Political News briefs
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.
Funeral Board and DOI licensing bill sent to governor
Senate Bill 857, a statewide regulatory bill involving funeral service law and Department of Insurance licensing provisions, was presented to the governor July 2.
State elections board warns voters about registration mailings
The State Board of Elections says recent voter registration mailings have caused confusion, privacy concerns and extra work for county boards.
Tax-free family essentials bill moves to Senate Rules
House Bill 1200, the Tax-Free Family Essentials Act, passed the House and was referred to Senate Rules on July 1.
State budget bill sent to governor after final legislative votes
Senate Bill 257, the 2026 Appropriations Act, was ratified and presented to Gov. Josh Stein on July 2 after final legislative votes.
Today's NC Political News briefs
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.
Drug-free zones and public camping bill sent to governor
House Bill 437, dealing with drug-free zones near homeless service facilities and unauthorized public camping, was presented to the governor July 2.
Farmland and military land protection bill sent to governor
House Bill 133, the NC Farmland and Military Protection Act, was presented to the governor July 2.
Involuntary commitment and public safety bill ordered enrolled
House Bill 1104, dealing with involuntary commitment, court capacity proceedings and public safety, was ordered enrolled July 1.
Stein administration releases statewide AI roadmap
Gov. Josh Stein’s AI Leadership Council released a statewide roadmap focused on AI protections, workforce preparation and government services.