Economic Investment Committee Will Meet March 7
The Economic Investment Committee (EIC) will meet Tuesday, March 7, 2023 at 11:00 a.m.
State Government
Court Rules that Attorney General Stein’s Case Against DuPont and Chemours Should Proceed
Attorney General Josh Stein today announced that Special Superior Court Judge Michael Robinson denied Dupont and Chemours’ motion to dismiss the state’s lawsuit over PFAS pollution.
Rep. Bell files bill to re-evaluate 4-year college degree requirements for state jobs
This week, state House Majority Leader John Bell (R-Wayne) filed House Bill 210, Reduce Barriers to State Employment, to direct the State Human Resources Commission to re-evaluate qualifications for state government jobs in an effort to eliminate - where practical - four-year college degree requirements.
Governor Cooper Statement on Medicaid Expansion
Governor Roy Cooper issued the following statement:
Governor Cooper Announces Two Judicial Appointments
Governor Roy Cooper announced two judicial appointments to North Carolina Superior and District Courts.
Governor’s Meeting with State Health Officials and NC Independent Colleges and Universities Leaders
Governor Roy Cooper joined DHHS Secretary Kody Kinsley, North Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities (NCICU) President Hope Williams, and Presidents and campus leaders from the majority of North Carolina’s independent colleges and universities in a virtual meeting on Wednesday, March 1, to discuss ongoing efforts to support mental health for college students across North Carolina.
NC House Leaders establish bipartisan economic development and foreign trade caucus
This week, House Majority Leader John Bell and House Minority Leader Robert Reives came together to establish and co-chair a new, bipartisan caucus within the North Carolina General Assembly, with Rep. Reives announcing the news on the House Floor on Wednesday.
Packaging Manufacturer to Build New Facility in Archdale with $32 Million Investment
Axium Packaging, a manufacturer of packaging and containers, will create 118 jobs in Randolph County over the next three years, Governor Roy Cooper announced today. The company will invest $32 million to build a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in the City of Archdale.
Rep. Humphrey files pro-consumer legislation to reduce the financial burden for card payments
On Monday, state Rep. Chris Humphrey filed House Bill 209: Consumer Credit Card Protection Act. This legislation prohibits certain businesses, state agencies, and local governments from imposing an extra charge for payments by credit or debit card.
NC Legislative Leaders File Motion to Intervene in Abortion Lawsuit
The legislative leaders filed a motion to intervene in Bryant v. Stein to defend the state's pro-life laws following Attorney General Josh Stein's refusal to represent the state. Senate Leader Phil Berger (R-Rockingham) and House Speaker Tim Moore (R-Cleveland) released the following joint statement:
Senator Perry files NC REACH Act
Senator Jim Perry, (R- Craven, Beaufort, Lenoir) Majority Whip of the North Carolina Senate, is a primary sponsor of legislation to require three hours of instruction in American History or American Government for graduation from the Universities in the UNC System and North Carolina Community Colleges.
Tillis, Budd Introduce Legislation to Uphold Congressional Promise on Lumbee Recognition
In 1956, Congress passed legislation recognizing the Lumbee tribe, but the bill included an unfair caveat that denied the Lumbee benefits that every other federally-recognized tribe receives.