HB 696, the Health Care Practitioner Transparency Act, requires health care providers in North Carolina to clearly state their license type, certification, or registration in all advertisements and public representations. It prohibits deceptive claims about qualifications and bans unlicensed individuals from using medical titles like "doctor," "surgeon," or specialty terms (e.g., "cardiologist") to mislead patients. The law applies to licensed professionals (doctors, nurses, dentists, etc.) who advertise services, but exempts those in non-patient settings without direct care interactions. Violations could lead to disciplinary action by their licensing board, with daily noncompliance treated as separate offenses. The bill takes effect October 1, 2025.
This North Carolina bill requires businesses and individuals to obtain state licenses or permits to install, repair, or service specific fire safety equipment. The regulations apply to portable fire extinguishers and automatic fire suppression systems used in kitchens, industrial settings, and specialized hazard areas. To comply, providers must attach official service tags to equipment and may be required to pass a competency exam administered by the State Fire Marshal. Exemptions exist for employees working on their own company's property and for routine visual inspections conducted by fire officials or insurance inspectors.
SB 884 revises and consolidates the charter for the Town of Pinetops in Edgecombe County, North Carolina. The bill establishes a governing body consisting of a Mayor and a five-member Board of Commissioners, all elected at large on a nonpartisan basis. It outlines specific rules for elections, term lengths, meeting procedures, and the powers of the town's leadership. This legislation directly affects the town's residents by formalizing the structure and operations of their local government.
This bill proposes to eliminate the service tax in North Carolina, which currently applies to various repair, maintenance, and installation fees. By repealing this tax, the legislation directly affects businesses that provide these services and the consumers who pay for them. The bill also includes specific changes to how taxes are calculated for bundled transactions and services related to real property, such as home renovations. These adjustments aim to clarify tax rules for contractors and ensure that services are taxed consistently with other sales.
This bill authorizes the City of New Bern to impose civil fines on individuals or entities that fail to comply with orders declaring a dwelling unfit for human habitation. By amending state law, it allows the city to add monetary penalties to its existing enforcement tools for unsafe housing violations. The changes apply only to New Bern and affect any enforcement orders issued on or after the law takes effect.
This bill designates a specific local act for the 33rd Senatorial District in North Carolina. It contains no substantive policy changes, funding allocations, or regulatory provisions. The legislation serves as a procedural formality to address matters specific to that district.
This bill allocates three million dollars from the state's General Fund to the Town of Grifton in North Carolina. The money is designated as a directed grant specifically for the design and construction of flood mitigation and resiliency projects. The funds are scheduled for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, with the act becoming effective on July 1, 2026.
This bill appropriates $500,000 in state funds specifically for the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Coastal Plain Foundation located in Pitt County, North Carolina. The money is designated as a one-time grant for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, drawn from the General Fund. These funds are intended to cover operational expenses and support program expansion within the local clubs. The appropriation is scheduled to take effect on July 1, 2026.
This bill directs $300,000 in nonrecurring funds from the state's General Fund to the Franklinton Center at Bricks, Inc. for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The money is designated for the organization's operating expenses and capital improvements, becoming effective on July 1, 2026. The legislation does not alter existing laws but simply allocates specific financial resources to support the center's activities.
This bill modifies teacher licensure rules in North Carolina by removing a specific testing requirement for admission into educator preparation programs. It extends the deadline for completing licensure exams to the third year of a teacher's career, provided the individual takes the exam at least once during their first year. Additionally, the legislation simplifies the process for out-of-state applicants by allowing them to obtain a North Carolina license if they have three years of teaching experience and hold a valid license from another state with similar requirements. The act also allocates $50,000 in funding for implementation and takes effect on July 1, 2026, with other provisions becoming law immediately upon passage.
SB 887 creates a new legal process for individuals in North Carolina who were detained by the state or local authorities and later found by a court to have been unlawfully held. Under this bill, affected persons can petition the Industrial Commission for financial compensation if their detention caused harm, with a maximum award of $750,000 and eligibility for additional support such as job training, college tuition, and reimbursement for lost wages. The legislation establishes a five-year deadline for filing claims and designates $1 million in state funds to cover potential payouts, with the measure taking effect retroactively to October 1, 2021.
This legislation allocates $100,000 from the state General Fund to the Town of Macclesfield in North Carolina. The funds are designated as a directed grant specifically for the town to purchase equipment. Managed by the Office of State Budget and Management, the appropriation is classified as nonrecurring. The bill takes effect on July 1, 2026.
