north carolina general assembly
NC School Boards Could Lose Ability To Sue Counties Over Construction Funds
A provision in the Senate's proposed budget would prevent local school boards from suing counties to get more money for capital needs.
North Carolina Teacher Licensure Bill Hits Roadblock
The North Carolina Senate has decided not to back changes to a bill that supporters believe would help address teacher shortages across the state.
Alcohol Sale Option At UNC Athletic Events Advances In Senate
Legislation giving all North Carolina public universities the option to sell beer and wine during campus athletic events continues to advance in the General Assembly.
Senate Budget Proposal Postpones New Hog Farm Regulations
A plan to reduce water pollution from hog farms would be put on hold if a GOP Senate budget provision is approved.
New Bill Would End TV, Computer Ban At Landfills
North Carolina landfills could begin accepting computers and televisions again in legislation advancing at the General Assembly.
Bill Would Require Partisan Elections For Surry County School Board
School board candidates in Surry County might have to declare a political party in the near future.
Black Leaders Say HBCUs Deserve Equitable Funding
Representatives from the Legislative Black Caucus, Common Cause NC and other organizations held a news conference Wednesday calling attention to the need for equitable funding for Historically Blac
Lawmakers Consider Bills Allowing Pets In North Carolina Taprooms
North Carolina lawmakers are considering bills allowing dogs and cats in breweries that don't also serve food.
Sexual Consent Bill Fails in North Carolina Senate
A bill addressing sexual consent has died in the North Carolina Senate, but supporters remain hopeful.