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in committee · North Carolina · Senate Mar 26, 2025

SB 601: Revise Private Need-Based Scholarship.

SB 601 revises eligibility rules for North Carolina's need-based scholarships at private colleges. It requires qualifying institutions to hold specific regional accreditation (like SACSCOC) and meet campus standards, directly affecting private colleges seeking state scholarship funding and their students. The bill updates definitions in law to clarify which schools qualify, adding new accreditation criteria and distinguishing between "main permanent" and "permanent" campuses. These changes apply to scholarships awarded starting in the 2025-2026 academic year. The bill does not alter scholarship amounts or create new programs, only refining which institutions can participate.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationUpdates scholarship eligibility to require regional accreditation, ensuring state funding targets qualified institutions and strengthens program integrity for higher education access.85% confidence
in committee · North Carolina · Senate Mar 26, 2025

SB 542: Western NC Support; Expand Comm. Eco. Dev.

SB 542 allocates $20.3 million in one-time funding and $1 million annually to support Western North Carolina recovery and economic development. It provides $10 million specifically for long-term housing recovery for residents impacted by Hurricane Helene, $5 million to Community Development Corporations (CDCs), $300,000 for women’s business centers, and $5 million for broader economic development programs. The bill also includes $1 million in recurring funds to assist with ongoing housing recovery, match federal disaster funds, and support community services statewide. This legislation directly affects Western NC residents recovering from Hurricane Helene, CDCs, and women’s business centers in Western NC, the Triad, and Piedmont regions.
Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill allocates $10M specifically for long-term housing recovery post-Hurricane Helene and lists HOUSING as a primary subject.90% confidence
Dan Blue (D) Gladys Robinson (D) · 3 co-sponsors
in committee · North Carolina · Senate Mar 26, 2025

SB 511: Informational Literacy in Schools.

SB 511 requires all North Carolina public schools (K-12) to teach informational literacy, defined as skills to find, evaluate, and use information effectively - including digital, media, and technological literacy. The bill mandates the State Board of Education to create age-appropriate standards covering research processes, source evaluation (primary vs. secondary), fact vs. opinion, ethical information use, and access to library resources. Schools must develop curriculum in consultation with library/media staff and implement it starting in the 2025-2026 school year. This policy directly affects every public school student and educator in North Carolina through mandated curriculum changes.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates new curriculum standards for informational literacy, enhancing student research and media skills across K-12 schools.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates digital/technological literacy education in K-12 curricula, promoting responsible tech use and critical evaluation skills per bill's definition.90% confidence
Natalie Murdock (D) · 6 co-sponsors
in committee · North Carolina · Senate Mar 26, 2025

SB 582: Wellness Break Act.

SB 582, the Wellness Break Act, establishes a paid sabbatical leave program for North Carolina public employees (state, county, city, school, and community college workers) and provides tax incentives for private sector employers. Public employees with three or more years in the same role can take 4-6 weeks of paid leave (70% of salary) for health, wellness, skill-building, or personal enrichment, provided they return to their position for one year. Private businesses offering similar leave qualify for a tax credit of up to $5,000 per employee to offset costs. The bill requires public employers to report on program usage and outcomes, and the NCWorks Commission will develop model policies and resources to support private sector adoption.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax incentives for private employers and funds public employee leave program via state budget appropriations, increasing government spending on employee benefits.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill provides paid leave for school employees (included in public employees), supporting teacher wellness and retention through benefits, not direct funding but aligns with teacher support indicators.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentEstablishes paid sabbatical leave (4-6 weeks, 70% salary) for public employees with return-to-work requirement, plus tax incentives for private sector to expand worker benefits and employment standards.95% confidence
Caleb Theodros (D) · 3 co-sponsors
in committee · North Carolina · Senate Mar 26, 2025

SB 524: Community Safety Partnership Act.

SB 524, the Community Safety Partnership Act, establishes a state fund and grant program to support community-led safety initiatives in North Carolina. It provides grants (up to $100,000 per project) to counties, municipalities, and nonprofits for specific safety projects like improved street lighting, security cameras, or community alert systems, prioritizing high-crime and underserved areas. The bill also creates a digital tracking system to verify attendance at approved neighborhood watch meetings and mandates a state-mandated bonus for law enforcement officers engaged in community outreach. Eligible participants include residents in certified neighborhood watch programs and participating officers, with grantees required to report on project use and outcomes annually. The legislation directly affects local governments, community organizations, and law enforcement through funding and new administrative requirements.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes state fund/grants for community safety projects, directly increasing public service funding through budget allocation without tax changes.90% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill funds community-led safety initiatives in high-crime areas, aligning with criminal justice reform goals to reduce crime through prevention and community engagement.85% confidence
Caleb Theodros (D) · 3 co-sponsors
in committee · North Carolina · Senate Mar 26, 2025

SB 499: Allow Housing Near Jobs.

SB 499, "Allow Housing Near Jobs," requires North Carolina local governments to automatically permit residential development - including converting existing commercial buildings - anywhere areas are currently zoned for commercial, office, or retail use. It eliminates the need for special permits or zoning amendments in these zones, directly affecting developers and local planning departments. The bill does not override building or fire codes but takes effect October 1, 2025, aiming to increase housing options near job centers.
Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRemoves zoning barriers for residential development in commercial zones, directly increasing housing supply near jobs to address housing shortages.90% confidence
Tim Moffitt (R) · 6 co-sponsors
in committee · North Carolina · Senate Mar 26, 2025

SB 609: Steele Creek Investment and Improvement Act.

SB 609 allocates $1.25 million in one-time state funds for Steele Creek community projects in Mecklenburg County, directly benefiting residents in this rapidly growing unincorporated area. The bill provides $250,000 to a nonprofit for community health initiatives (focusing on mobility, wellness, family support, and mental health), $500,000 to the Steele Creek Fire and Rescue Service for emergency equipment and facilities, and $500,000 to the state DOT for a traffic study on Shopton Road West. These funds aim to address infrastructure and service gaps as Steele Creek’s population has grown over 70% in 15 years. The bill becomes effective July 1, 2025, with all funding directed to specific projects for the 2025-2026 fiscal year.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $1.25M for community health, emergency services, and infrastructure - directly funding public services under state budget appropriations.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAllocates $250,000 to nonprofit for community health initiatives including mental health services, directly funding mental health programs.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationAllocates $500,000 to state DOT for Shopton Road West traffic study, directly funding transportation infrastructure analysis per bill summary and subjects list.95% confidence
in committee · North Carolina · Senate Mar 26, 2025

SB 497: Expand Middle Housing.

SB 497 requires all North Carolina local governments to allow "middle housing" types - including duplexes, fourplexes, townhouses, and similar multi-unit structures - in every residentially zoned area, including zones currently permitting only single-family homes. It prohibits local governments from blocking these housing types through excessive regulations, such as requiring public hearings, restricting building height to less than three stories, or mandating commercial building codes or fire sprinklers. The law also prevents restrictions on long-term rentals and private parking arrangements, while exempting historic districts and requiring existing municipal infrastructure (water/sewer systems) to be available. Local governments must use the same permitting processes for middle housing as for single-family homes, with an 18-month implementation deadline. This bill aims to increase housing options and affordability by expanding where multi-unit housing can be developed without changing zoning maps.
Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingMandates zoning changes to allow duplexes/fourplexes in all residential zones, increasing housing supply and affordability by removing barriers to middle housing development.95% confidence
Tim Moffitt (R) · 6 co-sponsors
in committee · North Carolina · Senate Mar 26, 2025

SB 583: Lead. Invest. Families/Foster Teen Act (LIFT).

SB 583, the Lead. Invest. Families/Foster Teen Act (LIFT), creates a program providing $1,000 monthly cash payments to four specific groups: homeless high school seniors (grade 12), expectant or new mothers with children under 18 months, natural disaster survivors qualifying for FEMA aid, and young adults exiting foster care (aged 16-27). Payments begin April 1, 2026, and continue until April 1, 2035, with disaster survivors receiving payments for 12 months post-disaster. The program is funded through a new LIFT Fund established within the Department of Health and Human Services, which receives state appropriations and other designated funds, and payments are exempt from state income tax and do not affect eligibility for other public benefits. The bill also modifies the corporate income tax rate to offset program costs, aligning the effective tax rate for corporations more closely with individual taxpayers.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesFunds $1,000 monthly payments for vulnerable groups via state budget, increasing public spending on social services per Taxation subject.92% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationTargets homeless high school seniors (secondary education) and foster youth (16-27), providing financial stability to improve educational access and retention for vulnerable students.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingTargets homelessness via $1,000 monthly payments to homeless high school seniors (directly addressing housing instability) and aligns with HOMELESS subject category.95% confidence
Natalie Murdock (D) Sophia Chitlik (D) · 3 co-sponsors
in committee · North Carolina · Senate Mar 26, 2025

SB 633: Guarding Freedoms and Public Safety Act.

SB 633 prohibits individuals convicted of a misdemeanor domestic violence offense from buying or owning firearms. It requires universal background checks for all firearm sales (including private transactions) and mandates that parents/guardians certify safe firearm storage for students in public schools. The bill also reinstates North Carolina’s pistol permit law. These provisions directly affect firearm sellers, private sellers, and people with domestic violence misdemeanor convictions, aiming to restrict firearm access for specific high-risk groups. The law takes effect December 1, 2025, for new offenses.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRestricts firearm access for domestic violence offenders and mandates universal background checks to reduce recidivism and enhance public safety in criminal justice reform.95% confidence
Lisa Grafstein (D) Woodson Bradley (D) · 4 co-sponsors
in committee · North Carolina · Senate Mar 26, 2025

SB 623: First Responders' Right to Assemble.

SB 623 would allow firefighters, police officers, and EMTs (first responders) in North Carolina to collectively bargain with local governments or state agencies over wages, benefits, and working conditions. It amends a current law that prohibits such negotiations for first responders, making it the first time they could formally negotiate as a group. The bill maintains the existing ban on strikes by public employees. If passed, it would directly affect all first responders statewide, changing their labor rights under state law.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentEnables collective bargaining for first responders on wages/benefits, amending prior prohibition to advance workers' rights, aligning with labor support indicators.95% confidence
Woodson Bradley (D) · 3 co-sponsors
in committee · North Carolina · Senate Mar 26, 2025

SB 537: APRN Definitions.

SB 537 defines the scope of practice for Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) in North Carolina, specifically for nurse practitioners (NPs), certified nurse midwives (CNMs), certified registered nurse anesthetists (CRNAs), and clinical nurse specialists (CNSs). The bill provides statutory definitions for each role, detailing permitted activities like diagnosing conditions, prescribing medications, ordering diagnostic tests, and managing patient care within their specialized focus areas. By codifying these definitions in state law, the bill removes longstanding ambiguity about APRN practice that has persisted for decades, as noted by North Carolina courts and the executive branch. This change directly affects over 20,000 APRNs in the state by legally clarifying their scope of practice.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareClarifies APRN scope of practice, enabling expanded diagnostic, prescribing, and care management authority to improve patient access to nursing services.95% confidence
Gale Adcock (D) Ralph Hise (R) · 24 co-sponsors
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