The good that Tillis can do as he escapes from Trumpworld
From the beginning of his tenure in the North Carolina General Assembly, it’s always been evident that Thom Tillis was not a true right-wing, authoritarian extremist.
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Governor Stein Takes Action on Four Bills
(RALEIGH) Today Governor Stein signed three bills and vetoed one bill.
Op-Ed: Support North Carolina Families: Expand the Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit
As a father and former North Carolina state senator, I know the sacrifices parents make to provide for their families. The cost of child care is a relentless burden, consuming a significant portion of hardearned paychecks.
US Senator Thom Told Statement on Not Seeking Reelection
It has been a blessing to go on a journey from living in a trailer park and making minimum wage as a young man to having the honor of serving as U.S. Senator for North Carolina.
Governor Stein On Budget Impasse
(RALEIGH) Today Governor Stein released the following statement after the General Assembly adjourned without passing a budget:
Governor Stein Takes Action on 10 Bills
(RALEIGH) Today Governor Stein signed 10 bills into law.
N.C. Senate Approves Fifth Hurricane Helene Relief Package
Raleigh, N.C. – The North Carolina Senate unanimously approved the fifth Hurricane Helene relief package, bringing the total state funding dedicated to Western North Carolina recovery to more than $2.1 billion.
NC House Approves $700 Million in Additional Helene Disaster Relief
Raleigh, NC — Today, the North Carolina House of Representatives approved a proposal to invest an additional $700 million to support Hurricane Helene recovery efforts across Western North Carolina.
Senator Berger’s Proposal Putting Strict Guardrails on Guilford Tax Referendum Approved Unanimously
Raleigh, N.C. – Today, the North Carolina Senate approved a new version of House Bill 305, which puts strict guardrails on the use of a proposed one-quarter of one cent sales tax and supports municipalities that continue to keep their property taxes low.
Commissioner Luke Farley Applauds Passage of House Bill 559
RALEIGH, NC – This week, North Carolina Labor Commissioner Luke Farley applauded the NC General Assembly for passing House Bill 559 — the "Make Elevators Great Again" (MEGA) Act — a key step toward eliminating the state’s elevator inspection backlog and enhancing public safety.
John Hood: AI Will Aid Transit, Not Transform It
RALEIGH — Artificial intelligence is coming to public transit. In fact, in some functions and places, it’s already here. But can AI elevate transit into a major mode of daily travel in North Carolina cities and towns? Sorry, the answer remains no.
Governor Josh Stein Leads National Effort to Protect Critical Food and Nutrition Program
(RALEIGH) Today Governor Josh Stein led a group of 23 Governors to urge Congressional leadership to support the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program that puts food on the table for millions of people across the nation.