A House Finance Committee agenda for June 30 includes statewide bills on workforce policy, tax exemptions, portable benefits and taxpayer protections.
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Election law bill remains active after latest House committee substitute
House Bill 958, titled “Election Law Changes,” remains active in the House and would amend several sections of North Carolina election law.
NC General Assembly returns Monday; House Finance agenda set for Tuesday
The North Carolina General Assembly is scheduled to convene Monday, with a House Finance Committee meeting set for Tuesday on several statewide bills.
Today's NC Political News briefs
Today’s state briefs include upcoming legislative sessions, a House Finance agenda and the final day for DEQ electric grid resilience applications.
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.
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.
Legislature Passes Bill to Modernize Credit Union Laws, Expand Access to Underserved North Carolinians
Raleigh, NC – Both chambers of the North Carolina General Assembly passed legislation to modernize the laws governing state-chartered credit unions, and to authorize credit unions to serve North Carolinians who have dwindling access to financial services.
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.