The North Carolina Senate passed a bipartisan bill 41-1 Tuesday requiring public schools to restrict student use “wireless communication devices” during instructional time.
Governor Stein Urges Congress to Protect North Carolinians’ Health Care and Oppose Cuts to Medicaid Funding
Governor Josh Stein sent a letter to Congressional leaders urging them to change course on proposed federal cuts to the Medicaid program and laying out what’s at stake in North Carolina.
John Hood: Realism Needed for Sound State Budget
RALEIGH — What does it mean to be a conservative? “I’ve always believed that conservatism is the politics of reality,” wrote National Review founder William F. Buckley, “and that reality ultimately asserts itself in a reasonably free society.” Former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher put it succinctly: “The facts of life are conservative.”
NC Senate passes bill to extend illegal immigration policies to state law enforcement agencies
Raleigh, N.C. – The North Carolina Senate passed Senate Bill 153, the “North Carolina Border Protection Act,” which seeks to ensure state law enforcement agencies cooperate with federal immigration laws and that residents are protected from harmful Sanctuary City policies. No Democrats voted for the bill.
NC House Democrats speak out about federal cuts, impact on North Carolina
North Carolina House Democrats have been outspoken about the impacts of the slash-and-burn style cutting from the Federal Government in recent weeks. North Carolinians are understandably upset by this and the current and future effects this approach will have on communities across our state.
Sen. Berger Files Bill Prohibiting 'DEI' in North Carolina’s K-12 Public Schools
Senate Leader Phil Berger (R-Rockingham), along with Sens. Michael Lee (R-New Hanover) and Brad Overcash (R-Gaston), filed Senate Bill 227, “Eliminating ‘DEI’ in Public Education,” to prohibit promoting discriminatory policies and practices in public schools.
Governor Stein Declares March as Women’s History Month
Governor Josh Stein declared March as Women’s History Month, celebrating this year’s national theme, “Moving Forward Together! Women Educating and Inspiring Generations.” Many women across North Carolina, from elected officials to teachers, musicians and scientists, are continuing to open pathways for future generations of North Carolinians.
John Hood: Voters Deserve Information on Fiscal Crisis
Every citizen who meets the basic requirements — adulthood, residency, and the completion of sentence after a felony conviction — can cast a ballot in North Carolina. There’s no test of civic knowledge required to exercise the civil right to vote, nor should there be.
Justice Riggs Defends Voters in NC Court of Appeals Against Griffin’s Election Challenge
In a filing with the North Carolina Court of Appeals, Justice Allison Riggs continued to stand up for voters. Her counsel filed her brief arguing that state law protects the more than 65,000 voters that Jefferson Griffin is seeking to disenfranchise, including active duty military serving overseas.
NC House Huddle: Updates from the NC House
On Tuesday, the House unanimously approved HB 47, the “Disaster Recovery Act of 2025 - Part I,” allocating $500 million in additional Helene relief to Western NC. The bill provides critical funding to help survivors rebuild their homes, farms, businesses, and roads
Budd, Scott, Kelly Introduce Strategic Ports Reporting Act
Washington, D.C. — Senators Ted Budd (R-NC), Rick Scott (R-FL), and Mark Kelly (D-AZ) introduced the Strategic Ports Reporting Act, which requires the Secretary of State and the Secretary of Defense to monitor efforts by the People’s Republic of China (PRC) to build, buy, or own strategic ports around the world.
NC Senate committee advances bill blocking Jeff Jackson’s power to challenge presidential orders
A North Carolina Senate committee voted Wednesday to advance a bill removing Attorney General Jeff Jackson’s ability to challenge federal executive orders.
Op-Ed: Medicare Advantage is a prime example of “government efficiency,” yet some are trying to kill it
For many of us in the business community, it has been a welcome change to see commonsense business principles being applied to our bloated and dysfunctional federal government. Every day, we see news articles detailing examples of waste, fraud, and abuse being uncovered.
Last-Minute IRS Rules Threaten North Carolina’s Small Business Recovery
As a North Carolina business owner, I know how crucial small businesses are to our state’s economy. With over 1 million small businesses supporting nearly 1.8 million jobs, we are the backbone of innovation and job creation
John Hood: Senator Tillis speaks truth on Ukraine
RALEIGH — There is room for reasonable debate about how the United States should respond to the current Russo-Ukrainian War and other challenges to our longstanding interests and alliances in Europe, the Middle East, East Asia, and elsewhere. Our leaders must allocate scarce resources across multiple priorities.
NC Legislative Caucus on Economic Development and Foreign Trade Expands for 2025-2026 Biennium
The North Carolina Legislative Caucus on Economic Development and Foreign Trade (“EDFT Caucus”) is pleased to announce its re-establishment for the 2025-2026 biennium. Originally formed in 2023, the EDFT Caucus is dedicated to promoting economic growth, enhancing foreign trade relations, and fostering innovation across the state.
North Carolina House Overwhelmingly Passes $500 Million Helene Relief Bill
Raleigh, NC – The North Carolina House of Representatives passed House Bill 47, the “Disaster Recovery Act of 2025,” with strong bipartisan support.
Attorney General Jeff Jackson and Bipartisan Coalition Call for Action Against Organized Retail Crime
RALEIGH – Attorney General Jeff Jackson and a bipartisan coalition of 38 attorneys general urged Congress to act now to help stop organized retail crime. Organized retail crime occurs when groups of people work together to steal large amounts of merchandise from stores and then re-sell those products for cash.
Local NC governments begin receiving Helene loans through new state program
Local governments in western North Carolina have begun to receive interest-free loans as they recover from Helene, State Treasurer Brad Briner said Monday.
Sen. Berger Files Bill to Extend Trump Admin's Illegal Immigration Policies to State Law Enforcement Agencies
Senate Leader Phil Berger (R-Rockingham), along with Sens. Warren Daniel (R-Burke) and Buck Newton (R-Wilson) filed the “North Carolina Border Protection Act,” to ensure state law enforcement officials are cooperating with federal immigration laws and that residents are protected from harmful Sanctuary City policies.