Raleigh, NC — Today, North Carolina House Speaker Destin Hall announced the House Select Committee on Involuntary Commitment and Public Safety.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Governor Stein On Medicaid Funding Impasse Between House and Senate
(RALEIGH) Today Governor Josh Stein released the following statement as the General Assembly fails to come together on a solution to fund Medicaid in North Carolina:
Senate Republicans Approve Measure to Revive Death Penalty in North Carolina
Raleigh, N.C. – Today, the Republican-led N.C. Senate approved a measure that seeks to revive the death penalty in the state as part of a broader criminal justice reform package.
One Month After Brutal Charlotte Light Rail Murder, NC Senate Passes 'Iryna's Law'
Raleigh, N.C. – Today, the N.C. Senate passed House Bill 307, "Iryna's Law," which includes numerous criminal justice reforms that tackle the weak crime policies that played a role in the murder of Iryna Zarutska on Aug. 22, 2025.
Critical Statewide Healthcare Needs Approved by NC Senate
Raleigh, N.C. – The N.C. Senate today approved a bill that would address the Stein administration's politically motivated cuts to Medicaid provider rates and ensure vital investments in rural healthcare are completed.
Proposal to Defund Planned Parenthood Clears NC Senate
Raleigh, N.C. – Today, the N.C. Senate passed House Bill 192, "Defund Planned Parenthood and Cost Transparency," to increase transparency for patients receiving medical care and stop any state funding going to Planned Parenthood.
‘Back the Blue Pay Act’ Approved by NC Senate
Raleigh, N.C. – Today, the N.C. Senate unanimously approved the "Back the Blue Pay Act," which creates a first-of-its-kind, state-funded bonus for state and local law enforcement officers and implements the Senate budget's law enforcement pay plan.
Legislative Leaders Unveil Criminal Justice Reforms Following Murder of Iryna Zarutska
Raleigh, N.C. – This week, the General Assembly will meet to consider a package of criminal justice reforms that target soft-on-crime policies that contributed to the senseless murder of Iryna Zarutska on Aug. 22, 2025, in Charlotte.
Legislative Leaders Unveil Criminal Justice Reforms Following Murder of Iryna Zarutska in Charlotte
Raleigh, NC — This week, the General Assembly will meet to consider a package of criminal justice reforms that target soft-on-crime policies that contributed to the senseless murder of Iryna Zarutska on Aug. 22, 2025, in Charlotte.
NC Senate to Consider Crucial Funding for Statewide Healthcare Needs
Raleigh, N.C. – The N.C. Senate will consider a bill to address the Stein administration's politically motivated cuts to Medicaid provider rates and ensure vital investments in rural healthcare are completed.
House Unveils Fiscally Responsible Plan to Fund Medicaid Rebase and Ensure Long-Term Stability
Raleigh, NC — Today, North Carolina House leaders released a proposed committee substitute for Senate Bill 403, a plan to fully fund the state’s Medicaid rebase while protecting teacher and state employee pay raises and avoiding new provider rate cuts. This plan is the result of close collaboration between the House, executive branch and other stakeholders.