While both parties have orchestrated gerrymandering efforts, actions taken by Republican-controlled states following the 2010 census have proven to be far more effective at increasing their hold on power than those of the Democrats.
Passage of the “Care for Women, Children, and Families Act” has brought to question the veracity of several recent comments made by Gov. Roy Cooper, legislative Democrats, and even the Biden administration.
The U.S. public health emergency that was declared to respond to COVID-19 ends today. North Carolina will continue to distribute the federally funded COVID-19 vaccines and tests for free to individuals who are uninsured while supplies last.
The N.C. Department of Transportation is moving transportation innovation forward today with the launch of its newest initiative, Advance Mobility NC.
When the North Carolina Supreme Court issued its latest redistricting decision on April 28, both angry Democrats and triumphant Republicans declared that the court had removed itself from any oversight of the state’s electoral districts.
Attorney General Josh Stein hosted a forum on Monday about the threats to young people’s mental health and well-being. The event in Charlotte included panels about online safety and youth substance misuse.
Governor Roy Cooper announced that the North Carolina tourism economy reached its highest level ever with travelers spending more than $33.3 billion on trips to and within the state. The previous record of $29.22 billion was set in pre-pandemic 2019.
Thank you for taking the time to read my most recent updates from Eastern North Carolina and Washington, D.C. As always, it remains a true honor and a privilege to represent you in Congress!
In North Carolina, Medicaid expansion is a foregone conclusion. The General Assembly approved the necessary legislation. Gov. Roy Cooper signed it. While expansion is contingent on the passage of a state budget, no one doubts that’ll happen. So, the governor finally secured his highest legislative priority.
Governor Roy Cooper announced nominations to boards and commissions.
Governor Roy Cooper declined to sign one bill into law:
State Treasurer Dale R. Folwell, CPA, announced today his support for House Bill 201, the Retirement Administrative Changes Act. The bill makes administrative and conforming changes to the retirement systems. Of particular importance to the Retirement Systems Division (RSD) is the ability to negotiate recoupment of overpayments with plan beneficiaries.
