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General Assembly

Lawmakers decide not to vote on bill that would affect hemp industry

  • Aug 5

Gov. Stein signs $34.4B NC budget into law: 'Real wins'

  • Jul 7

Long-awaited $34 billion state budget inches closer to passage

  • Jul 1

NC budget plan could boost Durham schools, workforce

  • Jun 30

Committee pulling NC election law bill from agenda draws gasps, cheers

  • Jun 17

NC bill would require data centers to pay for grid upgrades

  • Jun 3

Bill to place amendment on ballot to limit property taxes passes

  • May 20

NC lawmakers back income tax cap measure for November ballot

  • May 20

Latest Videos

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Stanley Cup makes stop at NC General Assembly

  • Jun 24
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NC Senate Democrats call to be included in budget negotiations

  • Mar 25
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Senate President Phil Berger files recount in Senate District 26 race

  • Mar 17
2:06

Divine 9 holds 10th annual Legislative Day at General Assembly

  • Apr 30, 2025
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Governor Josh Stein set to deliver State of the State address

  • Mar 12, 2025
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NC Senate votes to override veto controversial Hurricane Helene bill

  • Dec 2, 2024
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Helene relief bill that strips incoming governor of power could see veto override vote this week

  • Dec 2, 2024
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North Carolina was a 'bright spot' for Democrats, Josh Stein says

  • Dec 2, 2024

Latest Stories

Cardiac arrest survivors, Panthers VP urge NC lawmakers to pass 'Smart Heart Act'

The proposed "Smart Heart Act" would require cardiac emergency plans, CPR training and better AED access across North Carolina. Supporters say it could save lives.

  • May 20

Mixed reaction to NC budget framework, proposed pay raises

Under the framework, state employees would see an average 3% raise, while teachers would receive an average 8% increase, along with one-time bonuses.

  • May 13

Deal reached on NC's long-awaited state budget, less than 2 weeks after educators rally

The agreement aims to provide significant raises for teachers and law enforcement, and includes a drop in personal income-tax rates.

  • May 13

Opponents focus on possible override vote of concealed carry bill SB50

Gun violence prevention groups in North Carolina oppose "constitutional carry" as the legislature considered a veto override attempt.

  • Apr 28

Two NC House Democrats switch to unaffiliated, drawing attention to possible veto overrides

"I didn't leave the Democratic Party. The Democratic Party left me."

  • Apr 28