Governor Cooper Signs One Bill into Law
RALEIGH: Governor Roy Cooper signed one bill into law:
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North Carolina Department of Public Safety launches NC S.A.F.E. initiative
In response to a skyrocketing number of deaths of children and youths caused by firearm injury and a surge in firearm thefts, the N.C. Department of Public Safety (NCDPS) today launches a statewide initiative to raise awareness of the importance of safe firearm storage.
Budget misses opportunity to support local law enforcement officers, protect the public
Attorney General Josh Stein today pushed the North Carolina General Assembly to support local law enforcement officers in its final budget. Current budget drafts do not include significant measures to address the law enforcement recruitment and retention challenges facing agencies across the state.
John Hood: Make It Easier to Start Charities
North Carolina has a robust network of charitable enterprises that deliver tremendous value across our great state.
Attorney General Josh Stein Statement on 12-week Abortion Ban
Attorney General Josh Stein today released the following statement after the North Carolina General Assembly voted to override Gov. Roy Cooper’s veto of SB20.
Statement on Override of Governor’s Veto of “Care for Women, Children, and Families Act”
Raleigh, NC – Rep. Tricia Cotham (R-Mecklenburg) released the following statement following the N.C. General Assembly's successful override of Governor Cooper's veto of SB 20, the Care for Women, Children, and Families Act:
Kent Thiry: Another chink in the armor of our democracy
The North Carolina Supreme Court on April 28 took the curious step of overturning its own 19-week-old decision despite there being no new evidence or material facts in the case.
New Programs Under Inflation Reduction Act to Drive Clean Energy and Job Growth in Rural Communities
The Biden-Harris Administration today announced the availability of nearly $11 billion in grants and loan opportunities that will help rural energy and utility providers bring affordable, reliable clean energy to their communities across the country.
Governor Cooper Announces State Boards and Commissions Appointments
Governor Roy Cooper announced appointments to boards and commissions.
John Hood: Who Are You Calling an Extremist?
If you’ve engaged in political activity or debate for longer than, say, a week, chances are someone thinks you’re an extremist. If your activity occurs or draws attention on social media, chances are someone has called you an extremist.
Statement on Veto of Pro-Life Legislation
Raleigh, N.C. – Senate Leader Phil Berger (R-Rockingham) released the following statement in response to Gov. Roy Cooper's veto of Senate Bill 20, the "Care for Women, Children, and Families Act":
Rep. Longest Opposes Cruel Abortion Ban, Will Support Governor’s Veto
On Tuesday, May 2nd, members of the Republican Majority in the North Carolina House and Senate announced plans to flagrantly disregard the democratic process and ram an unpopular abortion ban through the legislature in just 48 hours.