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.
News and Opinion
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.
Legislature Passes Bill to Modernize Credit Union Laws, Expand Access to Underserved North Carolinians
Raleigh, NC – Both chambers of the North Carolina General Assembly passed legislation to modernize the laws governing state-chartered credit unions, and to authorize credit unions to serve North Carolinians who have dwindling access to financial services.
Lee Currie: North Carolina Lawmakers Must Hold Hospitals Accountable
North Carolina families are tired of being told that healthcare costs are out of control while hospital systems continue operating behind a curtain of secrecy. If Republicans truly believe in transparency, accountability, and protecting taxpayers, then it is time for the General Assembly to take a hard look at waste, fraud, and abuse within our hospital systems.
Today’s NC Political News briefs
North Carolina lawmakers are scheduled to meet Wednesday, June 24, with several statewide bills moving through House and Senate Rules committees. These items are verified through the North Carolina General Assembly calendar and bill pages.
NC lawmakers take up election, public safety and regulatory bills as House and Senate return
North Carolina lawmakers return to session Wednesday with bills on election law, public safety, coastal regulation, wildlife and adult correction scheduled in key Rules committees.
North Carolina unemployment rate holds at 3.7% in May
North Carolina’s unemployment rate remained at 3.7% in May, while total nonfarm employment increased by 17,400 jobs.
Today’s NC Political News briefs
Today’s NC Political News briefs include a State Board of Elections meeting, expanded Peer Warmline access and rural infrastructure grants.
NC lawmakers take up taxation, regulatory reform, AI and Medicaid bills Tuesday
North Carolina lawmakers’ June 23 calendar includes bills on taxation, regulatory reform, Medicaid, insurance, public workforce and utility revenue issues.
Governor’s School Supply Drive to collect classroom donations June 29-July 31
North Carolina’s Governor’s School Supply Drive will collect classroom materials June 29 through July 31 at all 275 SECU branches.
Stein signs six bills, including housing finance and agriculture measures
Gov. Josh Stein signed six bills Monday, including measures involving housing finance, agricultural law, worker safety and workers’ compensation.