Raleigh, N.C. – North Carolina returned to the No. 1 spot in CNBC's "Top States for Business" rankings this year. Since 2019, North Carolina has ranked in the top three states for business and was previously the top state in 2022 and 2023.
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Governor Stein Takes Action on 12 Bills
“No matter where you live in North Carolina, you should be able to access affordable health care and medications. This bill increases accountability and protects community pharmacies from Pharmacy Benefit Managers’ unfair business practices that make prescription drugs more expensive for patients. It will help independent pharmacies promote access to health care, particularly in rural areas. And critically, it will lower the amount consumers pay at the pharmacy counter by making sure discounts are passed on to them.”
Justice Anita Earls Raises Over $550k on First Report of 2026 Cycle
Durham, NC – Today, Anita Earls, Senior Associate Justice of the North Carolina Supreme Court, announced that her reelection campaign raised over $550,000 since launching earlier this year – more than any judicial campaign has raised at this point in the cycle in North Carolina history.
Film Industry Study Committee Reestablished by NC General Assembly Economic Development Caucus
The General Assembly’s Economic Development Caucus will be continuing its work examining ways to boost the state’s efforts to recruit film and television projects in the new biennium, renewing its Film Industry Study Committee, originally founded in late 2023 for the 2024 short session, to focus on issues and opportunities facing the film industry in North Carolina.
Statement from Labor Commissioner Luke Farley on Governor Signing the ‘Make Elevators Great Again’ Act
RALEIGH, NC – Today, North Carolina Labor Commissioner Luke Farley issued the following statement after Governor Josh Stein signed House Bill 559 — the “Make Elevators Great Again” (MEGA) Act — into law:
Governor Stein Takes Action on Six Bills
“This bill will strengthen North Carolina's Medicaid program by providing coverage for women who have just given birth for 12 months, making telehealth services more accessible, and launching a new statewide Medicaid health plan for children and young adults served by the child welfare system.
Governor Stein Provides Updates on Flooding
(RALEIGH) Today Governor Stein provided updates on recent flooding in central North Carolina and urged North Carolinians to stay safe and be aware of ongoing flooding and road closures in their areas.
Statement from Governor Josh Stein on the U.S. House Passage of the Senate Reconciliation Bill
Governor Josh Stein released the following statement on the U.S. House’s passage of the Senate reconciliation bill:
Speaker Hall Responds to Governor’s Veto of the Power Bill Reduction Act
Raleigh, NC — Today, North Carolina House Speaker Destin Hall responded to Governor Stein’s veto of S266, the "Power Bill Reduction Act."
State Auditor Boliek Statement on Veto of House Bill 549
RALEIGH, N.C. — State Auditor Dave Boliek released the following statement on the veto of House Bill 549, "Clarify Powers of State Auditor":
Governor Stein Urges North Carolina Congressional Delegation to Oppose Reconciliation Bill
(RALEIGH) Today Governor Josh Stein urged North Carolina’s US House delegation to vote against the Senate budget reconciliation bill.
Governor Stein Takes Action On 10 Bills
This summer’s record heat and soaring utility bills has shown that we need to focus on lowering electricity costs for working families -- not raising them. And as our state continues to grow, we need to diversify our energy portfolio so that we are not overly reliant on natural gas and its volatile fuel markets.
John Hood: America’s Freedom Clock Needs Winding
RALEIGH — When we commemorate the formal birthday of the United States of America, we don’t just celebrate a place, a set of governmental institutions, and a shared history that binds together people with differing backgrounds, faiths, and aspirations. We celebrate a revolutionary act.
Governor Stein Takes Action on 15 Bills
(RALEIGH) Today Governor Stein signed 15 bills into law.
Governor Stein Announces District Court and District Attorney Appointments
(RALEIGH) Today Governor Josh Stein announced the following appointments to the District Court:
Governor Stein’s Task Force on Child Care and Early Education Release Report Proposing Initial Solutions to Child Care Crisis
Following Meetings Involving Educators, Providers, Parents, Industry Leaders, and Legislators, Report Outlines Six Recommendations to Tackle Crisis that Costs North Carolina $5.65 Billion in Lost Economic Activity Each Year
Governor Stein Takes Action on Four Bills
(RALEIGH) Today Governor Stein signed three bills and vetoed one bill.
US Senator Thom Told Statement on Not Seeking Reelection
It has been a blessing to go on a journey from living in a trailer park and making minimum wage as a young man to having the honor of serving as U.S. Senator for North Carolina.
Governor Stein On Budget Impasse
(RALEIGH) Today Governor Stein released the following statement after the General Assembly adjourned without passing a budget:
Governor Stein Takes Action on 10 Bills
(RALEIGH) Today Governor Stein signed 10 bills into law.