HB 1053 directs the North Carolina General Assembly to allocate additional state funds to the Department of Public Instruction for classroom supplies and equipment. Starting in the 2026-2027 school year, the bill provides $28.6 million, with further increases of $15.1 million and $22.6 million planned for the 2027-2028 and 2028-2029 fiscal years respectively. These recurring funds are intended to increase the specific allotment given to schools for instructional materials and equipment. The legislation becomes effective on July 1, 2026.
HB 1167 establishes the 2026 Governor's Budget for North Carolina by providing specific funding amounts to state departments, institutions, and agencies for their current operations. The bill directly affects a wide range of public services, including education, health and human services, agriculture, justice, and general government functions. Key provisions include allocating funds for public schools, universities, healthcare programs, and law enforcement, with detailed dollar amounts specified for each fiscal year of the 2025-2027 biennium. Any unused funds from these appropriations will revert to the appropriate state funds at the end of the fiscal year.
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 allocates $100,000 from the state's General Fund to the Town of Pinetops for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The money is designated as a directed grant specifically for the town's public works department to purchase necessary equipment. The funds are nonrecurring and will become available for use starting July 1, 2026.
This bill creates a new grant program in North Carolina to fund public car and shuttle services in rural counties with low population density. Eligible recipients, such as counties and transit authorities, can use the funds to support commuter travel during peak hours or provide on-demand rides for medical appointments and grocery shopping during off-peak times. To receive funding, applicants must secure a local match of at least 50% and ensure that employers contribute a minimum of 20% for peak-hour commuter services. The program is financed by a $30 million appropriation from the Highway Fund and is scheduled to begin on July 1, 2026.
HB 1093 allocates $3.1 million in state funding to the Museum of Life and Science in North Carolina for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The money is designated to support the construction of the Mike Woodard Lab and a new exhibit called Living Tools, which will highlight the state's biotechnology achievements and encourage interest in science, technology, engineering, and math careers. This nonrecurring appropriation becomes effective on July 1, 2026, and is managed through the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources.
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.
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.
This North Carolina bill allocates state funding to the Town of Pinetops to support its police department. The law provides $150,000 in recurring annual funds beginning in the 2026-2027 fiscal year specifically for staffing needs. It also grants $100,000 in one-time funds for equipment purchases for the same fiscal year. These funds become available for use starting on July 1, 2026.
This bill appropriates $2.7 million from the Highway Fund to the North Carolina Department of Transportation for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The funding is intended to install traffic signal preemption technology that allows traffic lights to change automatically when emergency vehicles approach an intersection. This system prioritizes first responder vehicles to reduce response times and improve safety at intersections. The act becomes effective on July 1, 2026.
