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passed · North Carolina · House Mar 6, 2025

HB 6: Pamlico County Municipal Even-Year Elections.

HB 6 changes the timing of municipal elections in the Town of Oriental, North Carolina, moving them from May to the Tuesday after the first Monday in November during even-numbered years starting in 2026. This affects Oriental residents who vote for mayor and five town commissioners, shifting elections from annual May contests to biennial November elections. The bill amends the town's charter to align with North Carolina's uniform municipal election laws, with the 2025 election being for a one-year term before the new schedule begins. It does not alter voting rules or eligibility but standardizes election timing for Oriental to match state practices. The law would apply to all elections held on or after its effective date.
passed · North Carolina · House Mar 6, 2025

HB 2: Entry Fees for Interscholastic Sports Events.

HB 2 requires North Carolina public high schools to accept cash for admission to interscholastic athletic events and provide free entry to seniors with a Tar Heel Card (issued by the Department of Health and Human Services). It directly affects students, families, and seniors attending high school sports events by changing payment rules for admission fees. The bill mandates that schools must accept cash at the gate and honor Tar Heel Cards for free admission upon presentation. These requirements apply starting the 2025-2026 school year. The law amends state education rules governing athletic activity fees.
David Willis (R) Reece Pyrtle (R) · 20 co-sponsors
passed · North Carolina · Senate Mar 5, 2025

SR 150: Confirm Joey Hopkins/Sec. of DOT.

This Senate Resolution (SR 150) formally asks the North Carolina Senate to confirm Governor Joey R. Hopkins' appointment of Joey R. Hopkins as Secretary of the Department of Transportation. It follows state law requiring Senate approval for heads of major state departments, as the Governor had previously nominated Hopkins for the role. The resolution does not change transportation policies or create new programs; it only initiates the Senate's formal confirmation process for a specific appointment. The bill is procedural, focusing solely on the confirmation step, not the duties or policies of the Department of Transportation.
passed · North Carolina · House Feb 27, 2025

HB 44: General Statutes Commission Electronic Signatures.

HB 44 clarifies when business contracts in North Carolina can include enforceable provisions for recovering attorneys' fees. It requires these provisions to be signed by hand or with specific electronic signatures (like typing or touchscreen signatures) to be valid, while explicitly excluding consumer contracts, employment agreements, and government contracts. The bill also updates notary application rules to allow electronic submission of signatures while maintaining handwritten requirements for initial applications. It does not change existing rules for consumer contracts, debt instruments, or insurance policies. The law affects businesses drafting contracts and courts enforcing attorneys' fees clauses.
passed · North Carolina · House Feb 27, 2025

HB 48: Increase Unemployment Insurance Maximum Benefit/2025 Unemployment Insurance Tax Credit.

HB 48 raises North Carolina's maximum weekly unemployment benefit from $350 to $400 for claimants filing on or after March 2, 2025, directly affecting unemployed workers. It also creates a 2025 tax credit for employers, allowing them to offset unemployment insurance taxes paid on 2024 fourth-quarter wages against their 2025 tax liability. The credit applies only to contributions remitted by January 31, 2025, and must be claimed via a specific report. The bill ratifies a governor's temporary disaster-related unemployment expansion but focuses on permanent changes to benefit levels and employer tax treatment.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRaises unemployment benefits funding and creates employer tax credit, advancing public assistance and tax relief within budget/tax framework.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentRaises max unemployment benefit from $350 to $400, directly expanding worker benefits for unemployed claimants.95% confidence
Julia Howard (R) Harry Warren (R) Mark Brody (R) · 18 co-sponsors
passed · North Carolina · Senate Feb 18, 2025

SR 104: Senate BOG Elections.

SR 104 is a Senate resolution establishing procedures for nominating and electing six members to the University of North Carolina Board of Governors. It sets a nomination window (February 24-28, 2025), requires written nominations and ethics filings by nominees, and mandates a Senate election by March 24, 2025. The resolution details voting rules, including requiring majority votes for election, runoff procedures for tied positions, and the requirement for signed ballots. This resolution directly affects the Senate’s process for selecting Board of Governors members, with results sent to the House of Representatives for final action.
passed · North Carolina · Senate Feb 17, 2025

SB 24: Govt Mandates Increase Healthcare Costs.

SB 24 requires that any new state health insurance mandate must be paired with the repeal of an existing mandate and include funding to cover the new cost. It directly affects North Carolina employers (especially small businesses) and taxpayers by targeting mandates that increase insurance premiums and state health plan expenses. Key provisions mandate that new health benefit requirements (like coverage for specific treatments or drugs) must include both a repeal of an equivalent existing mandate and recurring state funding for the new cost. The bill applies to all health insurance plans, including the State Health Plan for Teachers and State Employees, and takes effect 30 days after enactment.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRequires funding for new health mandates to prevent cost increases, promoting fiscal responsibility in budget management per BUDGETING subject.90% confidence ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareBill restricts new health insurance mandates by requiring repeal of existing mandates and funding, directly targeting cost increases for employers and taxpayers. Limits mandate expansion.90% confidence ✗ Labor & EmploymentOpposes Labor & EmploymentRestricts new health benefit mandates without offset, limiting expansion of employment benefits (e.g., coverage for specific treatments) that would otherwise increase employer costs.80% confidence
Amy Galey (R) Jim Burgin (R) · 22 co-sponsors
passed · North Carolina · House Jan 29, 2025

HR 19: Amend Temporary Rules of the House.

This procedural bill updates the House's committee structure by adding "Appropriations, Agriculture and Natural and Economic Resources" to the list of standing committees. It directly affects House members who serve on these committees and the administrative organization of legislative work. The change is purely organizational, with no policy or funding implications. The bill was adopted on January 29, 2025, and modifies Rule 27 of the House's Temporary Rules.
passed · North Carolina · House Jan 29, 2025

HR 18: Honor Joe John, Former Member.

This is a commemorative resolution (not a policy bill) honoring former North Carolina House Representative Joseph "Joe" Robert John, Sr., who served District 40 from 2017-2025 and died January 20, 2025. The resolution expresses the House's appreciation for his public service, extends sympathy to his family, and formally recognizes his contributions to North Carolina's judiciary, criminal justice, and community. It has no policy impact or new legal provisions - its purpose is solely to memorialize his career and legacy. The resolution was adopted unanimously by the House on January 29, 2025.
Robert Reives (D) Cynthia Ball (D) Marcia Morey (D) · 68 co-sponsors
passed · North Carolina · Senate Jan 8, 2025

SR 1: Senate Permanent Rules.

This bill adopts the permanent procedural rules for the North Carolina Senate during the 2025 legislative session. It establishes how the Senate operates, including requirements for quorum (a majority of members), session order (e.g., committee reports before bill introductions), debate conduct, voting procedures, and emergency convening rules. These rules directly affect all senators, committee staff, and legislative officers during the session. The rules cover core Senate functions like handling bills, managing debate, and resolving procedural disputes, without creating new policy or affecting the public.
passed · North Carolina · House Jan 8, 2025

HR 1: House Temporary Rules.

HR 1 is a procedural resolution adopting the temporary operating rules for the North Carolina House of Representatives during the 2025 legislative session. It establishes specific session hours (e.g., no Friday sessions in January/February, no sessions after 10 PM Monday or 9 PM other days), defines quorum requirements (a majority of members present), and outlines the daily order of business - from approving the previous day’s journal to reading bills and committee reports. The rules also include provisions for emergencies, pro forma sessions (minimal business only), and debate conduct. As a procedural document, it directly affects House members, staff, and the session’s operational flow but does not create new policy.
passed · North Carolina · House Dec 11, 2024

HR 1082: Honoring Kelly Alexander, Former Member.

This bill formally honors the life and public service of Kelly Miller Alexander, Jr., a former North Carolina state representative who served from 2009 to 2024. The resolution recognizes his extensive community work, including his leadership roles in the NAACP and various local commissions, as well as his legislative focus on issues like criminal justice reform and healthcare access. It expresses the General Assembly's appreciation for his contributions to the state and offers condolences to his family following his death in September 2024. The measure directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to his family and takes effect upon ratification.
Terry Brown (D) Becky Carney (D) Brandon Lofton (D) John Bradford (R) Tricia Cotham (R) · 5 co-sponsors
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