Budget & Taxes

died · North Carolina · Senate Apr 1, 2025

SB 38: Hertford County Economic Development.

SB 38 appropriates $51 million from the North Carolina General Fund to Hertford County for economic development, directly affecting the county and its Rural Development Authority (RDA). The bill allocates $40 million for constructing a public industrial dock and barge at the Flowers site in Hertford County, and $11 million for road construction at that same location. Funds remain available until June 30, 2027, rather than reverting at year-end, and must be used solely for these specified projects. The bill, titled "Hertford County Economic Development," requires no further legislative action to take effect as a funding measure.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates $51M from state fund for infrastructure projects, directly advancing budgetary spending for economic development per appropriations and capital spending subjects.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationAllocates $11M for road construction at Flowers site, directly funding transportation infrastructure per bill's subjects and summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget Ports Roads & Highways

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died · North Carolina · Senate Mar 6, 2025

SB 236: Funds for Edgecombe CC.

This bill allocates $1,000,000 from the General Fund for the 2025-2026 fiscal year to Edgecombe Community College. The funds are specifically designated as a directed grant to construct an Industrial Technology and Skilled Trades Facility. This facility aims to strengthen the local workforce by providing training infrastructure. The appropriation becomes effective July 1, 2025, and directly affects Edgecombe Community College and the regional workforce development efforts.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $1M from General Fund for community college facility, directly funding public education infrastructure per budget appropriation.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationAllocates $1M for community college facility construction, directly funding higher education infrastructure to strengthen workforce training programs.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentFunds skilled trades facility construction to strengthen regional workforce development and job readiness through education, directly advancing employment training infrastructure.90% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget Higher Education Workforce Development

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died · North Carolina · House Jun 25, 2025

HB 59: Modify Homestead Exclusions.

HB 59 would increase the income eligibility limit for North Carolina's elderly or disabled property tax homestead exclusion from $25,000 to $48,000 for taxable years beginning July 1, 2026. This change would directly affect homeowners aged 65 or older, or those who are totally and permanently disabled, who meet other criteria (like being a North Carolina resident and owning their home as a permanent residence). The bill modifies the existing rule that currently limits eligibility to those with incomes under $25,000, raising the threshold to $48,000 while maintaining the exclusion amount as the greater of $25,000 or 50% of the home's appraised value. The change aims to expand access to this property tax relief for qualifying low-to-moderate income homeowners. (Note: The bill was withdrawn in June 2025 and has not become law.)

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExpands property tax exemption for elderly/disabled homeowners, reducing tax burden for moderate-income residents. Directly modifies tax exclusion rules under taxation policy.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingIncreases property tax relief for elderly/disabled homeowners, reducing financial burden to maintain housing stability.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Property Taxes

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died · North Carolina · Senate Mar 26, 2025

SB 741: Funds for Charlotte-Mecklenburg Library.

SB 741 appropriates $5 million from North Carolina's General Fund to the Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Foundation (a nonprofit) for constructing a new main library. The funds are designated for the 2025-2026 fiscal year and become effective July 1, 2025, directly supporting the library's physical expansion project.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates $5M from General Fund for library construction, directly increasing public service funding through budget allocation for cultural resources.85% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget

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in committee · North Carolina · House Feb 5, 2025

HB 55: Funds for the IGNITE Program.

HB 55 appropriates $250,000 annually from the General Fund to the Department of Health and Human Services for the Autism Society of North Carolina's IGNITE Program. The funds will support activities and education groups designed to help young adults with autism develop independence and social skills during their transition to adulthood. This recurring funding applies to the 2025-2027 fiscal biennium and becomes effective July 1, 2025. The bill directly affects the Autism Society of North Carolina and the young adults with autism it serves through the IGNITE Program.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $250k annually from General Fund for autism program, advancing public service funding under Budget & Taxes topic.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareFunds autism transition program under DHHS, directly supporting mental health services for vulnerable population via recurring budget allocation.95% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget

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died · North Carolina · House Mar 3, 2025

HB 233: Town of Milton/Funds.

This bill appropriates $13,215 from the state General Fund to the Town of Milton for repairs at its wastewater pump station. The funds are designated for the 2025-2026 fiscal year and become effective July 1, 2025. The bill directly affects the Town of Milton by providing targeted financial support for critical infrastructure maintenance at a specific facility. It is a straightforward funding measure with no policy changes beyond the allocation.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesDirectly appropriates state funds for municipal infrastructure maintenance, supporting budget allocation for essential public services without tax implications.90% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget

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in committee · North Carolina · House Apr 1, 2025

HB 601: Facilities of Disabled American Veterans (DAV) Organizations/Funds.

HB 601 appropriates $10 million annually from North Carolina's General Fund (2025-2027) to fund grants for Disabled American Veterans (DAV) chapters. The bill provides up to $1 million per chapter per year to renovate or expand facilities and offer additional resources directly to disabled veterans served by these nonprofit chapters. Grants must be distributed statewide, with unspent funds rolling over annually instead of returning to the state treasury. The Department of Military and Veterans Affairs must report annually on grant recipients, amounts, and county distribution starting in 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $10M annually from General Fund for DAV facility grants, directly funding veterans' programs through budget allocation per bill summary and subjects.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransAllocates $10M annually for DAV chapter facility renovations and resources, directly funding veteran services and facilities per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget Memorials & Recognition

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died · North Carolina · Senate Mar 20, 2025

SB 305: Community Emergency Response Training.

SB 305 allocates $3 million in recurring state funds to North Carolina's Department of Public Safety for the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) program during the 2025-2026 fiscal year. The bill directs the Division of Emergency Management to use these funds to expand CERT training and actively promote community participation through partnerships with local organizations. Key provisions include establishing new training sessions and developing outreach strategies to encourage broader community engagement in emergency preparedness. This funding directly supports residents and local groups participating in CERT programs, focusing on practical disaster response skills. The bill becomes effective July 1, 2025.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $3M recurring funds for CERT program, directly supporting budgetary appropriations for public safety services.90% confidence

Tags Emergency Management Public Safety

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in committee · North Carolina · House Feb 21, 2025

HB 154: Reclaim State Assets from NCInnovation.

HB 154 requires NCInnovation, a state entity, to return all state funds and assets it acquired using state money to the North Carolina State Controller. The State Controller must then transfer these funds into the General Fund, where they remain unappropriated until the General Assembly votes to use them for specific purposes. This bill dissolves the financial relationship between the state and NCInnovation by repealing related statutes, effective 60 days after enactment. It directly affects NCInnovation’s financial obligations and the state’s treasury, with no new spending authorized by the transfer.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill centralizes state funds into General Fund for legislative oversight, promoting fiscal responsibility by preventing unappropriated funds from being managed outside standard budget processes.92% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget

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died · North Carolina · Senate Mar 17, 2025

SB 281: Essential Relief for Child Care Act.

SB 281, the Essential Relief for Child Care Act, appropriates $50 million in nonrecurring state funds for the 2024-2025 fiscal year to continue compensation grants for child care providers. This funding directly supports licensed child care facilities across North Carolina, helping them cover operational costs and prevent closures. The bill requires the Department of Health and Human Services to maintain these grants at current 2024-2025 funding levels through the fourth quarter. It aims to address ongoing financial pressures on providers, which the bill states could lead to 20% facility closures without continued support.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $50M state funds for child care grants, directly increasing public service funding under state budget appropriations.95% confidence

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