Budget & Taxes

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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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 5, 2026

HB 1198: Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners Nurses Data/Registration Information Requirements.

This North Carolina bill requires training programs for sexual assault nurse examiners to submit annual reports to the state Board of Nursing regarding graduate employment details. It also mandates that active nursing licensees register with the Board to provide and update their training credentials and practice locations. The legislation creates a database for this information and allocates $50,000 to help the Board implement these reporting requirements. These changes take effect in 2026 and apply to active nurses and their training programs within the state.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $50,000 in funding to the Board of Nursing to implement data reporting requirements for Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill creates a database, mandates training reporting, and allocates $50,000 to improve Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner services.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Healthcare Workforce

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in committee · North Carolina · House May 4, 2026

HB 1175: Affordability in Healthcare Act.

This North Carolina legislation aims to reduce healthcare expenses and boost competition by adding a low-cost plan option to the state's insurance marketplace. It establishes a purchasing consortium for public entities to negotiate better rates and allocates funds for chronic disease prevention initiatives. The bill also removes regulatory barriers for rehabilitation facilities and limits hospital consolidation to maintain market diversity. These provisions impact residents seeking coverage, public employers, healthcare providers, and hospital systems within the state.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates funds for chronic disease prevention and establishes a purchasing consortium to reduce healthcare costs, aligning with fiscal management and budget efficiency.75% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill reduces costs, expands coverage via low-cost plans, funds prevention, and protects market diversity.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Procurement Insurance Long-Term Care Prescription Drugs

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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

Sub-Topics State Budget

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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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