Today’s NC Political News briefs
Today’s state briefs include upcoming legislative sessions, a House Finance agenda and the final day for DEQ electric grid resilience applications.
News and Opinion
Truth in Taxation bill moves from Senate to House
Senate Bill 992, titled “Truth in Taxation,” moved from the Senate to the House after a 38-4 Senate vote.
Home-based business bill returns to House after Senate changes
House Bill 372, the Home-Based Business Fairness Act, returned to the House on June 25 for concurrence in a Senate committee substitute.
Human trafficking and minors bill sent to governor
House Bill 83, a statewide bill involving minors and human trafficking, was presented to Gov. Josh Stein on June 25.
Revenue laws bill presented to governor
Senate Bill 595, a broad revenue laws package, was presented to Gov. Josh Stein on June 26.
Water and wastewater affordability bill sent to governor
House Bill 376, a statewide water and wastewater permitting bill, was presented to Gov. Josh Stein on June 26.
Today’s NC Political News briefs
Today’s NC Political News briefs include General Assembly action on election law, water and wastewater legislation, human trafficking legislation, state employee pay-related legislation and recent state oversight reports.
NCDHHS, NCDIT launch rural health technology programs
NCDHHS and NCDIT announced three rural health technology programs, including a $20 million annual innovation fund and expanded digital health navigation.
Stein highlights state clean water investments as PFAS concerns continue
Gov. Josh Stein and DEQ Secretary Reid Wilson highlighted state investments in clean water infrastructure and PFAS response during a Wilmington visit.
NC House calendar includes vetoed concealed carry bill Thursday
Senate Bill 50, titled “Freedom to Carry NC,” was listed under unfinished business on the North Carolina House calendar for June 25.
Madeline Keeter: We all deserve a shot at the American Dream
Most Americans spend their lives working to achieve the American Dream. The idea of upward mobility, and the promise that each generation can achieve a higher standard of living and social status than the previous one, is something many people spend their lives working for.
NC lawmakers override vetoes on immigration, DEI and education bills
North Carolina lawmakers moved Wednesday to override vetoes on bills involving immigration enforcement, DEI policies, public education, higher education and state agencies.