Budget & Taxes

in committee · North Carolina · House May 6, 2026

HB 1224: Local Governments Assisting Affordable Housing.

This bill grants the City of Winston-Salem the authority to exempt or reduce system development fees for affordable housing projects. Under the new rules, the city must establish its own specific criteria to determine which developments qualify for these financial incentives. The legislation applies only to Winston-Salem and allows the local government to lower costs for water or sewer services for qualifying affordable housing builders.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides tax relief via fee exemptions for affordable housing, aligning with support indicators for tax relief.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill grants authority to reduce fees for affordable housing, directly advancing housing development and accessibility.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Property Development

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in committee · North Carolina · House Apr 23, 2026

HB 1036: Caswell County Volunteer Fire Department/Funds.

HB 1036 directs $1.7 million in state funds to Caswell County to help replace the Casville Volunteer Fire Department's facility. The money will be given as a one-time grant specifically for this construction project and will become available on July 1, 2026. This legislation affects the Caswell County government and the volunteer firefighters who use the current building.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $1.7M state funds to replace a volunteer fire station, directly increasing funding for essential public safety services.95% confidence

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died · North Carolina · Senate Apr 29, 2026

SB 850: Pay Teachers What They're Worth Act.

This North Carolina bill aims to address teacher shortages by increasing salaries and creating new financial support for educators. It establishes a new monthly salary schedule for teachers starting in the 2026-2027 school year and reinstates specific pay bonuses for those with advanced degrees or professional certifications. Additionally, the legislation creates a grant program to help student teachers earn money while completing their training and directs a state study on how to further improve educator pay.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill increases teacher salaries and creates new funding/grants for educators, directly advancing the budget topic.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill increases teacher salaries, reinstates bonuses, and creates grants for student teachers to address shortages.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill increases teacher salaries, reinstates bonuses, and creates grants for student teachers, directly strengthening wages and benefits.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Health Teachers

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died · North Carolina · Senate May 5, 2026

SB 1045: Utility Profit Oversight Act.

SB 1045, titled the Utility Profit Oversight Act, requires the North Carolina General Assembly to explicitly approve any proposed electric utility rate increases that would raise the utility's authorized return on equity. Under this bill, the Public Service Commission must immediately suspend such rate changes until the legislature passes a specific act ratifying them, ensuring that significant profit increases receive direct legislative oversight. The legislation also mandates a study by the Commission to evaluate the cost of equity capital for electric utilities in the state. By shifting the approval power for these specific financial adjustments from the regulatory commission to the state legislature, the bill aims to add a layer of political accountability to utility pricing decisions.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill increases legislative oversight of utility profits, promoting fiscal responsibility and preventing unchecked corporate spending.75% confidence

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in committee · North Carolina · Senate May 4, 2026

SB 946: Keep Our Schools Standing Act.

SB 946, titled the Keep Our Schools Standing Bond Act of 2026, proposes to issue up to $50 billion in state bonds to fund public school construction, repairs, renovations, and security improvements in North Carolina. The funds would be distributed as grants to counties through the Department of Public Instruction, while excluding expenses for salaries, trailers, and administrative buildings. This legislation requires approval from North Carolina voters via a special election before the State Treasurer can issue the bonds.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes $50B in bonds to fund school construction and security, directly increasing public service funding.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill allocates $50B in bonds for school construction, repairs, and security, directly strengthening educational infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Debt & Bonds State Budget School Funding

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died · North Carolina · Senate Apr 30, 2026

SB 917: MELT Act: Support Immigrant Legal Defense.

This bill repeals a previous law that expanded cooperation between local jails and federal immigration enforcement and instead requires federal agents to obtain a judicial warrant based on probable cause before making immigration arrests or conducting searches within North Carolina. It also prohibits state and local facilities from holding individuals solely on federal immigration detainers past their normal release date and directs $4 million in funding to four nonprofit organizations to provide legal services for immigrants facing removal proceedings, asylum claims, and status stabilization. By mandating judicial oversight for enforcement actions and supporting community-based legal aid, the legislation aims to limit warrantless civil immigration operations while maintaining cooperation for valid criminal warrants.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill directs $4 million in funding to nonprofit organizations for legal defense, directly advancing the budget appropriations topic.85% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill limits immigration enforcement cooperation and protects civil rights, enhancing police accountability and reducing overreach.85% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill limits cooperation with federal enforcement, requires judicial warrants for arrests, and funds nonprofit legal defense organizations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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died · North Carolina · Senate Apr 28, 2026

SB 830: Government Modernization/Funds.

This bill, known as the Government Modernization Act of 2026, directs North Carolina's Department of Information Technology to study and implement blockchain technology to improve security, reduce fraud, and increase transparency in state records and transactions. To support these efforts, the legislation appropriates $50 million from the Information Technology Reserve Fund to modernize outdated systems and expand online government services for residents and businesses. The Department must submit a progress report within 12 months of the law taking effect and provide annual updates to the General Assembly, while a new Joint Legislative Oversight Committee on Digital Governance is created to supervise the project. The act is set to become effective on July 1, 2026, and will remain in force until June 30, 2031.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly appropriates $50 million to fund IT modernization, security, and transparency, directly advancing fiscal management and budget allocation for public services.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill funds blockchain adoption and IT modernization to enhance security, reduce fraud, and expand online services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Emerging Technology

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in committee · North Carolina · Senate May 4, 2026

SB 973: DOA Agency Requests.

This bill updates the North Carolina Department of Administration's responsibilities for managing state real property and changes how seized vehicles are sold. It requires the department to create a five-year facilities plan to better utilize state-owned buildings and mandates quarterly reports on abandoned or underused properties. Additionally, the bill allows for the expedited sale of seized vehicles with low market value or high storage costs to reduce liability, and it encourages state agencies to use existing state-owned office space instead of leasing new ones.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill promotes fiscal responsibility by optimizing state property use and reducing liability from seized vehicles, aligning with budget management goals.75% confidence

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in committee · North Carolina · House May 12, 2026

HB 1193: Rep. Mike Clampitt Bone Marrow Donation Act.

HB 1193, known as the Mike Clampitt Bone Marrow Donation Act, designates November as Marrow Donation Awareness Month in North Carolina. The bill requires the Department of Health and Human Services and the Department of Motor Vehicles to promote bone marrow donation by posting public service announcements online and displaying them at driver license offices. Additionally, the legislation appropriates $100,000 to fund a state-wide public awareness campaign for this initiative, with the law taking effect on July 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates $100,000 to fund a public awareness campaign for bone marrow donation.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill designates awareness month and appropriates $100,000 to fund public health campaigns for bone marrow donation.90% confidence

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in committee · North Carolina · House Apr 30, 2026

HB 1111: Military Service Buyback Reduction: Teachers.

This bill reduces the cost for North Carolina public school teachers to purchase credit for their military service. Under the new provision, eligible veterans would only need to pay 25% of the usual cost, while the state would cover the remaining 75% through general appropriations. The law applies to full-time employees of the Teachers' and State Employees' Retirement System who served in the U.S. Armed Forces and allows them to buy up to four years of service credit. These changes would take effect on July 1, 2027, for any service credit purchases made on or after that date.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill reduces out-of-pocket costs for teachers to buy military service credit, funded by state appropriations, supporting public service benefits.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill reduces costs for teachers to purchase military service credit, enhancing retirement benefits and supporting educators.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill reduces costs for veterans to purchase retirement credit, directly supporting veteran employment benefits.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Pensions Veteran Education

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