Budget & Taxes (State Budget)

in committee · North Carolina · House Apr 28, 2026

HB 1052: Cure Violence Program Grant.

HB 1052 allocates $1 million from the state's General Fund to Forsyth County in the Triad region for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. These nonrecurring funds are designated as a directed grant specifically for the Cure Violence Program, which aims to reduce violence in the area. The legislation becomes effective on July 1, 2026, and does not alter existing laws but provides new financial resources for this specific initiative.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $1M from General Fund to fund the Cure Violence Program, directly increasing resources for public safety.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill allocates funding to the Cure Violence Program, a proven initiative to reduce violence and improve community safety, directly supporting criminal justice reform goals.95% confidence

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in committee · North Carolina · House May 4, 2026

HB 1146: 2026 Governor's Budget.

HB 1146 establishes the 2026 Governor's Budget for North Carolina by allocating specific funding amounts to state departments, institutions, and agencies for the 2025-2027 fiscal biennium. The bill directly affects public education, health and human services, agriculture, justice, and general government entities by setting their operational budgets for the upcoming fiscal year. Key provisions include detailed dollar amounts for various programs, such as funding for public instruction, university operations, and health services, while also allowing for savings to revert to the state fund if not fully utilized. This legislation provides the financial framework necessary for state agencies to carry out their mandated duties and services during the specified period.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes the 2026 Governor's Budget, explicitly allocating funding to state departments and agencies, thereby advancing and funding the budget topic.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill establishes the 2026 Governor's Budget, explicitly allocating specific funding amounts to state departments including public education and higher education institutions.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill allocates funding to the Transportation Department and Highway Fund, indicating financial support for transportation infrastructure and operations.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Government Spending State Budget Higher Education

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died · North Carolina · Senate May 5, 2026

SB 1017: Justice for Storm Chantal Survivors Act.

This bill establishes a Tropical Storm Chantal Mitigation Fund within North Carolina's Division of Emergency Management to assist homeowners in seven specific counties affected by the storm. The fund will provide financial support for buying out homes, relocating residents, or repairing and rebuilding properties, with each person eligible to receive up to $500,000. A total of $25 million is allocated from the state's general fund for these purposes, with unused money returning to a disaster relief fund by June 2028. The legislation is scheduled to take effect on July 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $25M from state general fund to assist storm survivors, directly funding emergency services and public safety programs.95% confidence

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in committee · North Carolina · House Apr 28, 2026

HB 1048: HIV/AIDS Awareness Walk/Funds.

HB 1048 allocates $72,000 from the state's General Fund to support the annual Winston-Salem HIV/AIDS Awareness Walk in the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The funding is designated as a directed grant to Joyful Soul Treasures, Inc., a nonprofit organization responsible for organizing the event. This legislation aims to help the walk raise awareness, reduce stigma, and increase education about HIV/AIDS within the community. The bill becomes effective on July 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates funds for HIV/AIDS awareness, directly increasing government spending on public health services.95% confidence

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in committee · North Carolina · House May 4, 2026

HB 1170: Funding for Winston-Salem.

This bill allocates state funding to help a nonprofit organization in Winston-Salem convert an abandoned industrial building into a community center. Specifically, it provides a one-time grant of $210,800 from the General Fund to Bodegas Alvarado, Inc. for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The funds are intended to support the renovation of the site for multiple uses, such as recreation and sports activities for the community. The legislation takes effect on July 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates state funding from the General Fund to support community renovation and public services.90% confidence

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in committee · North Carolina · House Apr 28, 2026

HB 1049: Shotgun House Museum/Funds.

This bill appropriates $250,000 from the state General Fund to support the Shotgun House Museum in Winston-Salem. The funds are provided as a directed grant to Triad Cultural Arts, Inc., a nonprofit organization managing the historic site. The money will be used for improvements to the property to maintain its role as an immersive museum for students, visitors, and community events. This funding is designated for the 2026-2027 fiscal year and takes effect on July 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates $250,000 to fund museum improvements, directly advancing state budget allocation for cultural resources.95% confidence

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died · North Carolina · Senate Apr 29, 2026

SB 886: Funds/Town of Grifton Resiliency.

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.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $3M from the state General Fund to fund flood mitigation and resiliency projects for the Town of Grifton.95% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget

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died · North Carolina · Senate Apr 29, 2026

SB 865: Restore Benefits to Educators/State Employees.

This North Carolina legislation restores financial benefits for educators and state employees, effective July 1, 2026. It reinstates salary supplements for teachers and instructional support personnel and restores longevity payments based on years of service, while also preventing the elimination of medical benefits for certain retirees. Furthermore, the bill expands the Teaching Fellows Program by setting new selection criteria for participating institutions and providing forgivable loans to students pursuing teacher licensure. These changes are funded through specific appropriations from the General Fund.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill restores funding for educator salary supplements and longevity payments, directly increasing state budget allocations for public education and state employees.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill restores salary supplements, longevity payments, and medical benefits for educators, directly strengthening teacher compensation and retention.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill prevents elimination of medical benefits for retirees and restores health-related financial benefits for educators.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill restores salary supplements, longevity payments, and medical benefits for educators and state employees, directly strengthening worker compensation and benefits.95% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget Teachers Medical Licensing Professional Licensing

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died · North Carolina · Senate Apr 30, 2026

SB 933: Funds for Forsyth Tech Boost.

This North Carolina legislation appropriates one million dollars from the state General Fund to Forsyth Technical Community College. The Community Colleges System Office will distribute these recurring funds to the college beginning in the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The money is designated specifically to support the Boost college-to-career program. The bill becomes effective on July 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates $1M from the state General Fund to support a community college program, directly increasing public education funding.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill appropriates $1M to a community college specifically to support a college-to-career program, directly advancing educational access and funding.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget Higher Education

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in committee · North Carolina · House Apr 30, 2026

HB 1118: Workforce Housing Loan Renewal Act.

This bill appropriates $35 million in recurring state funds to the North Carolina Housing Finance Agency for the Workforce Housing Loan Program. The funding is designated to support the program's operations and loans for eligible workforce members seeking affordable housing. These funds will become available starting with the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The legislation takes effect on July 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates $35M to fund workforce housing loans, directly increasing state spending on essential public services.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill appropriates $35M to fund the Workforce Housing Loan Program, directly advancing affordable housing access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget Affordable Housing Housing Finance

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