Budget & Taxes (State Budget)

died · North Carolina · Senate Apr 29, 2026

SB 868: Medicaid Innovations Waiver Slot Expansion.

This bill directs the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services to add 1,000 slots to the state's Medicaid Innovations Waiver, which provides alternative care options for individuals with disabilities. To support this expansion, the legislation appropriates $36.2 million in recurring funds from the state's General Fund starting in the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The changes are scheduled to take effect on July 1, 2026, allowing more eligible residents to access services under the waiver program.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $36.2M from the General Fund to expand Medicaid services, directly funding a public health program.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands Medicaid waiver slots and allocates funding to increase access to health services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget Medicaid

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in committee · North Carolina · House May 4, 2026

HB 1159: Investing in Teen Mental Health.

This North Carolina bill appropriates approximately $1.3 million from the state's General Fund to the Department of Health and Human Services for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The funds are designated to expand access to Teen Mental Health First Aid and Youth Mental Health First Aid training programs across the state. These training courses are designed to teach high school students how to recognize signs of mental health and substance use challenges among their peers and connect them with support. The legislation takes effect on July 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates $1.3M from the General Fund to expand teen mental health training, directly increasing funding for a public service.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill allocates $1.3M to expand mental health training for high school students, enhancing student well-being and support programs within the education system.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill allocates $1.3M to expand Teen Mental Health First Aid training, directly increasing funding and access to mental health services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget K-12 Education Student Health Mental Health

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died · North Carolina · Senate May 6, 2026

SB 806: No Budget, No Pay Act.

This North Carolina bill requires that the salaries of state legislators be held in escrow if the General Assembly does not pass a budget by June 30, 2026. If the Senate and House do not ratify a state budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year by that deadline, the pay earned by legislators from July 1, 2026, forward will be withheld. The withheld funds will be released only after the legislature ratifies a budget or adjourns for the year. The legislation also sets aside ten thousand dollars to cover the administrative costs of managing the escrow account.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill enforces fiscal discipline by withholding legislator pay if a budget isn't passed, promoting responsible budget management.85% confidence

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died · North Carolina · Senate Apr 29, 2026

SB 880: Funds for Town of Macclesfield Equipment.

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.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $100,000 from the state General Fund to a town for equipment, directly increasing funding for public services.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget

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died · North Carolina · Senate Apr 29, 2026

SB 885: Funding for the Clerks of Superior Court.

This bill appropriates five million dollars in state funds to the Administrative Office of the Courts for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. These funds are designated to support clerks of superior court in assisting executors and administrators with estate-related filings and processes. The appropriation allows for hiring additional staff to address long wait times for appointments and distributing informational documents regarding decedent estate procedures. The act is scheduled to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates $5M to fund court clerks, directly increasing state budget allocation for essential public services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget

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in committee · North Carolina · House Apr 28, 2026

HB 1055: Guilford Technical Community College Aviation Center Expansion.

This legislation allocates $1.8 million in state funds to Guilford Technical Community College for the expansion of its Aviation Center. The money is drawn from the General Fund and is intended for capital expenses associated with the project during the 2026-2027 fiscal year. These funds will remain available until spent and are set to take effect on July 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $1.8M in state funds to expand community college aviation center, directly increasing funding for public education and essential programs.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill allocates $1.8M to expand community college aviation center, directly funding higher education infrastructure and access.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill allocates $1.8M to expand an aviation center, directly funding transportation infrastructure and capacity.90% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget Higher Education Airports

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died · North Carolina · Senate Apr 29, 2026

SB 881: Funds for Pitt Co. Boys and Girls Clubs.

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.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates $500,000 in state funds to support youth programs, directly increasing funding for public services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget

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died · North Carolina · Senate May 6, 2026

SB 1067: Hazard Mitigation Funds.

This North Carolina bill appropriates three million dollars to the Town of Ayden to address flash flooding issues. The funds are designated specifically for stormwater management projects within the Kennedy Estates subdivision. The money comes from the state General Fund and is allocated for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The legislation is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates $3M from the state General Fund to fund essential stormwater management and flood mitigation projects.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill allocates $3M for stormwater management to address flash flooding, directly supporting environmental protection and resource conservation.90% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget Water Quality

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died · North Carolina · Senate Apr 30, 2026

SB 916: 2026 Appropriations Act.

This bill authorizes the North Carolina General Assembly to allocate funding for state agencies and departments for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. It distributes money from the General Fund, Highway Fund, and federal block grants to cover current operations and maintenance costs. Unused funds are required to revert to the state treasury at the end of the fiscal year unless otherwise specified by law. The act becomes effective on July 1, 2026, and applies specifically to the 2026-2027 budget period.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes funding for state agencies and covers operations, directly advancing the budget topic.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill allocates funding from the Highway Fund for state operations and maintenance, directly supporting transportation infrastructure.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget Roads & Highways

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died · North Carolina · Senate Apr 30, 2026

SB 935: Increase Number of Magistrates/Mecklenburg.

This bill seeks to increase the number of magistrates authorized to serve in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. It amends existing state statutes to raise the minimum requirement and appropriates $236,140 from the General Fund to hire five additional magistrates. The Administrative Office of the Courts will receive these funds starting in the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The new positions become effective on July 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates $236,140 from the General Fund to hire five additional magistrates, directly funding a public service.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill funds additional magistrates to improve court capacity and efficiency within the criminal justice system.90% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget

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