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in committee · North Carolina · Senate Mar 26, 2025

SB 698: Fair Districts Stronger Democracy Act.

SB 698, the "Fair Districts Stronger Democracy Act," would amend the North Carolina Constitution to create an independent redistricting process for state legislative and congressional districts after each federal census. It establishes a North Carolina Independent Redistricting Commission to redraw district lines, removing the General Assembly’s direct role in the process. The bill requires districts to be contiguous, avoid dividing counties where practicable, and ensure equal population representation for both state and federal elections. This change would take effect if approved by voters in the 2026 general election, with districts remaining unchanged until the next census.
Val Applewhite (D) · 5 co-sponsors
in committee · North Carolina · Senate Mar 26, 2025

SB 658: Funds/Greensboro Blandwood Mansion.

SB 658 appropriates $1 million from the state General Fund to Preservation Greensboro Incorporated for the operating expenses and restoration of the historic Blandwood Mansion in Greensboro. The mansion, built in the 19th century and formerly home to Governor John Motley Morehead, is directly affected by this funding. The bill directs the Office of State Budget and Management to provide a one-time grant to cover preservation costs for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. This is a straightforward funding measure with no policy changes beyond allocating state resources for historic site maintenance.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $1M from General Fund for historic preservation, directly advancing budget allocation for cultural resources per bill's funding language.95% confidence
in committee · North Carolina · Senate Mar 26, 2025

SB 659: Investing in North Carolina Act.

SB 659, the "Investing in North Carolina Act," raises salaries for public school teachers and state employees for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. It establishes a new monthly salary schedule for teachers based on experience (ranging from $4,600 for 0 years to $6,370 for 29+ years), adds specific supplements for certified teachers, nurses, counselors, and specialists, and provides cost-of-living increases for retirees. The bill also expands the Wage$ program statewide and creates a tax credit for qualifying employers equal to 5% of wages paid or $10,000, whichever is lower. Directly affecting teachers, state employees, community college staff, UNC employees, retirees, and participating employers, it focuses on concrete pay adjustments through funding appropriations.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates increased state funding for teacher/state employee salaries, creates tax credits, and establishes new budgetary provisions for public services, advancing fiscal support for education and personnel.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationRaises public school teacher salaries via experience-based schedule ($4,600-$6,370) and adds supplements for educators, directly advancing teacher compensation and retention in K-12 education.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentRaises public school teacher/state employee salaries via experience-based pay scale, adds supplements for certified staff, and includes cost-of-living increases for retirees.95% confidence
Val Applewhite (D) Lisa Grafstein (D) · 17 co-sponsors
in committee · North Carolina · Senate Mar 26, 2025

SB 516: Women's Safety and Protection Act.

SB 516, the Women's Safety and Protection Act, requires single biological sex use in restrooms, changing facilities, and sleeping quarters within covered facilities like public schools, prisons, domestic violence centers, and juvenile detention centers. It defines "biological sex" based on reproductive anatomy and mandates that facilities designated for one biological sex must be used exclusively by that sex, with exceptions for maintenance, medical emergencies, law enforcement, or natural disasters. The law applies to all state-funded facilities and includes specific rules for public schools regarding student sleeping arrangements during school activities. It explicitly states that facilities may not be used by individuals of a different biological sex unless covered by the listed exceptions.
Vickie Sawyer (R) · 9 co-sponsors
in committee · North Carolina · Senate Mar 26, 2025

SB 694: Remove Barriers to Employment from Court Debt.

SB 694 automatically restores driver's licenses in North Carolina after 36 months for individuals whose licenses were revoked solely due to unpaid fines for minor traffic offenses (e.g., speeding tickets), removing a major barrier to employment. This change applies to people who haven’t paid court costs or fines but haven’t committed serious offenses like driving while license revoked. The bill requires the state to notify affected individuals via mail and online about license restoration and appropriates funds for a text reminder system to help prevent missed court dates. Individuals will still owe unpaid fines but no longer face license suspension for nonpayment after the 36-month period.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRestores licenses for minor traffic offenses after 36 months, removing employment barriers tied to court debt - a direct criminal justice reform addressing systemic inequities in sentencing and recidivism.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentRemoves license revocation barrier for minor traffic fines, directly enabling employment access by restoring driver's licenses after 36 months without requiring payment.95% confidence
Benton Sawrey (R) Danny Britt (R) · 6 co-sponsors
in committee · North Carolina · Senate Mar 26, 2025

SB 575: Improve Pedestrian Safety.

SB 575 makes failing to yield to a pedestrian when causing serious injury a Class 2 misdemeanor for drivers. It requires North Carolina's driver education programs to add a new pedestrian safety module covering when drivers must yield the right-of-way. The bill also mandates the Division of Motor Vehicles and Department of Public Instruction to study and report by January 1, 2026, on improving pedestrian safety instruction in driver education. These changes directly affect drivers, public school driver education curricula, and state agencies responsible for traffic safety training.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates new pedestrian safety module in driver education curriculum, enhancing educational content and requirements for K-12 programs.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances transportation safety by mandating pedestrian safety education in driver programs and stricter penalties for drivers, directly addressing road safety within transportation infrastructure.92% confidence
in committee · North Carolina · Senate Mar 26, 2025

SB 611: Allow Consecutive Remote License Renewals.

SB 611 allows drivers with non-REAL ID compliant licenses in North Carolina to renew their licenses remotely two times in a row. After two consecutive remote renewals, these licenses must be renewed in person. The bill applies only to licenses that do not meet federal REAL ID standards (required for certain federal purposes like air travel) and does not affect REAL ID-compliant licenses, which still require an in-person renewal after a remote one. The change takes effect January 1, 2026, for all renewals on or after that date.
Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill enables remote license renewals via electronic government services, aligning with IT/electronic government subjects and promoting tech-enabled DMV processes without restricting technology use.85% confidence
Natalie Murdock (D) Lisa Grafstein (D) · 7 co-sponsors
in committee · North Carolina · Senate Mar 26, 2025

SB 606: Language Access and State Holidays Act.

SB 606 requires North Carolina state services to be accessible in 25 additional languages, including Spanish, Mandarin, Arabic, and Cherokee, by mandating translations for driver's license materials, tests, and traffic signs. It also mandates that public schools translate parent documents - such as enrollment forms, consent forms, and disciplinary notices - into those 25 languages. Additionally, the bill encourages schools to grant excused absences for religious observances and allocates $1 million to cover substitute teacher costs when educators take leave for such holidays. These provisions aim to improve access to essential services and education for non-English speaking residents while respecting cultural traditions.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates school document translations into 25 languages, improving access for non-English speaking families and aligning with educational access goals.85% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationMandates translations for immigrant-accessible services (driver's licenses, school documents) in 25 languages including Spanish, facilitating integration and access to state services.95% confidence
Jay Chaudhuri (D) Sydney Batch (D) · 6 co-sponsors
in committee · North Carolina · Senate Mar 26, 2025

SB 733: Tamil Pongal State Holiday.

SB 733 designates January 14th of each year as "Tamil Pongal Day" in North Carolina. The bill amends state statutes to formally recognize this date as a cultural observance, specifically honoring the Tamil Pongal festival. It directly affects state recognition of this holiday but does not create new state programs, alter existing laws, or impact public holidays for government operations. The provision is purely ceremonial, adding the designation to North Carolina's official holiday calendar without requiring state action or funding. This procedural bill has been referred to the Senate Rules committee after its first reading.
in committee · North Carolina · Senate Mar 26, 2025

SB 665: Upland Basin Permitting Reform.

SB 665 streamlines permitting for upland basins (marinas built on elevated land, not open water, that accommodate 10+ vessels) by requiring state agencies to approve applications within 60 days unless specific compliance issues are identified. Projects must meet strict water quality standards (including pre-development dissolved oxygen levels), limit wetland impacts to 5% of basin area, include 30-foot vegetated buffers, and provide bonds covering five years of maintenance costs. This law directly affects developers of these facilities by creating clear environmental requirements and faster approval timelines while aiming to protect coastal resources. The bill establishes measurable standards for development, avoiding vague environmental claims through specific, enforceable criteria.
Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates strict water quality standards, limits wetland impacts (5%), and requires vegetated buffers to protect ecosystems while streamlining permits.95% confidence
Bobby Hanig (R) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · North Carolina · Senate Mar 26, 2025

SB 498: Funds for Beaufort's Boat Docks.

SB 498 appropriates $12 million from North Carolina's General Fund to the Town of Beaufort for specific upgrades and repairs to its boat docks. The bill directs this nonrecurring funding for the 2025-2026 fiscal year, targeting infrastructure improvements at the town's waterfront facilities. It becomes effective July 1, 2025, if enacted. The bill is currently pending in the legislative process (last action: withdrawn from committee on March 26, 2025) and has not yet become law.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $12M from General Fund for infrastructure upgrades, directly advancing public spending allocation per budgeting topic.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill appropriates $12M for boat dock infrastructure upgrades, directly funding transportation-related infrastructure under TRANSPORTATION subject in bill's classification.95% confidence
in committee · North Carolina · Senate Mar 25, 2025

SB 313: Supporting Small Farmers for NC's Future Act.

SB 313 establishes a $15 million grant program to support small North Carolina farmers with annual gross cash farm income under $1 million. The program provides financial assistance for essential farm inputs, equipment, and operational improvements to eligible farmers who meet income and residency requirements. Grants will be prioritized based on financial hardship, need, and farm size, with the Department of Agriculture administering the fund and an advisory committee monitoring effectiveness. This act directly affects small-scale farmers seeking to improve their operational viability through targeted financial support.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $15M in state funds via appropriations for farm grants, directly funding a public program under budgeting subject.95% confidence
Kandie Smith (D) · 3 co-sponsors
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