Trump backs House's approach to budget plans to implement his agenda
The chambers are at odds about the best way to approach President Trump's legislative priorities, which could set them up for a showdown.
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Library funding becomes the 'nuclear option' as the battle over books escalates
Some libraries are now facing an existential threat: They could lose their public funding over books deemed inappropriate for young readers.
White House asks for $47 billion for Ukraine, COVID-19, monkeypox and disasters
The administration hopes the funding request will become part of an upcoming short-term spending bill aimed at funding the federal government beyond Sept. 30.
Rep. Kathy Manning Touts Restaurant Relief
Congresswoman Kathy Manning (NC-06) was at a Winston-Salem restaurant Wednesday to talk about federal funding for the industry, which has struggled during the pandemic.
U.S. Was Behind On Payments To WHO Before Trump's Cutoff
President Trump put a hold on funds to the World Health Organization, but the U.S. is already behind in its dues to the organization by more than a year.
Public Health Labs Suffered Budget Cuts Prior To The Coronavirus Pandemic
An APM Reports analysis finds that public labs — the first line of defense in an outbreak — in at least 10 states endured budget troubles or staffing shortages in the past decade.
GCS Officials Ask State Lawmakers For Emergency Funds To Help With Online Learning
Guilford County Schools is asking for more funding from state lawmakers to help pay for rising costs associated with the coronavirus pandemic.
State Regulators Ask For More Funding As Report Highlights Cuts
The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality says a funding shortfall in the state budget leaves little room to address growing concerns.