(RALEIGH) Today Governor Josh Stein joined the Gang Prevention and Intervention Task Force’s first meeting to discuss how his administration is working to keep North Carolinians safe and prevent violent crime. The task force, established in August through Executive Order 21, is charged with identifying solutions to create safe communities across North Carolina by reducing gang violence and helping young people reach a productive and fulfilling adulthood.
Republican lawmakers made clear today that they plan to come back to Raleigh and disenfranchise the voters of this state.
(RALEIGH) Today Governor Josh Stein released the following statement in response to the General Assembly’s efforts to manipulate North Carolina’s congressional maps:
Raleigh, NC — Today, legislative leaders agreed to hold votes during the previously scheduled October legislative session to block the efforts of blue state Democrats to take control of Congress from Republicans.
Raleigh, N.C. - General Assembly Heeds President Trump's Call to Thwart Blue State Attempts to Take Congress. Today, legislative leaders agreed to hold votes during the previously scheduled October legislative session to block the efforts of blue state Democrats to take control of Congress from Republicans. The General Assembly anticipates returning to Raleigh next week to consider a new Congressional map.
(RALEIGH) Governor Josh Stein and NC Health and Human Services Secretary Dev Sangvai announced today that through North Carolina’s Medical Debt Relief Program, more than $6.5 billion in medical debt has been relieved for more than 2.5 million North Carolinians over the past year.
Washington, D.C. — Senator Ted Budd (R-N.C.), a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC), voted to pass the Senate version of the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) last night. The bill includes numerous provisions to improve readiness and quality of life for our troops, increase funding for North Carolina military installations, protect the homeland, and strengthen alliances abroad.
RALEIGH — Having expanded its Opportunity Scholarship program and strengthened its charter-school laws, North Carolina got a solid “B” in the latest American Legislative Exchange Council ranking of educational freedom. About a quarter of our students attend chartered public schools, private schools, or home schools.
Raleigh, NC — Following the arrest of Rep. Cecil Brockman (D-Guilford), North Carolina House Speaker Destin Hall issued the following statement:
RALEIGH — All 100 North Carolina counties will have online access to court records and services as of Monday, October 13, 2025.
(RALEIGH) Recent events across North Carolina have been tragic reminders of the need to meaningfully invest in mental health resources, and Governor Josh Stein today called for comprehensive resources to keep people safe and healthy. Governor Stein also toured Integrated Family Services in Greenville, which will be opening a new Behavioral Health Urgent Care (BHUC) later this month.
"The allegations against Rep. Brockman are serious and, if true, would disqualify him from public office," House Democratic Leader Robert Reives said. "This is a developing situation and it is important to let the legal process unfold."
Energy is the backbone of our economy and our way of life. From powering homes to fueling businesses, reliable and affordable energy keeps America moving forward. But today, outdated permitting rules are blocking the very projects we need to secure our future. Regulations that were designed to provide a fair process have turned into roadblocks. Instead of delivering better outcomes, they now drive up costs, stall job creation, and leave families footing the bill.
RALEIGH, NC — The North Carolina Department of Labor (NCDOL) is proud to announce that North Carolina has been ranked #2 in the nation for workplace safety, according to a recent study by WalletHub. This national recognition reflects the collective efforts of employers, employees, and safety professionals across the state.
(RALEIGH) Governor Stein released the following statement after lifting the State of Emergency for Hurricane Imelda:
Raleigh, N.C. - The Division of Employment Security is ready to help federal government workers affected by the government shutdown.
(RALEIGH) Today Governor Josh Stein inducted six people into The Order of the Long Leaf Pine for their contributions to the State of North Carolina.
Raleigh, NC — Rep. David Willis and Rep. Allen Chesser made the following statement regarding their appointment to the House Select Committee on Blockchain and Digital Assets:
Raleigh, NC — Today, North Carolina House Speaker Destin Hall announced the House Select Committee on Involuntary Commitment and Public Safety.
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.
