Budget & Taxes

died · North Carolina · Senate Apr 30, 2026

SB 928: Funds for Goodwill Industries.

This North Carolina bill proposes to allocate $200,000 from the state's General Fund to Goodwill Industries, Inc. The money is designated as a one-time grant for the 2026-2027 fiscal year specifically to support workforce development and job training programs in Forsyth County. The funds would be managed by the Office of State Budget and Management before being directed to the organization. The legislation is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $200,000 from the General Fund to support workforce development and job training programs.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill allocates $200k to fund workforce development and job training programs, directly advancing employment standards and worker readiness.85% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget Workforce Development

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died · North Carolina · Senate Apr 23, 2026

SB 819: Authorize First Broad River State Trail.

This bill authorizes the North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources to create the First Broad River State Trail in Cleveland and Rutherford Counties. The trail would connect the river's headwaters in Golden Valley to its confluence with the Broad River, linking communities like Shelby and Zion while aiming to increase public access points. The legislation allows the state to use existing funds from various conservation sources to acquire land and develop the trail, rather than requiring new budget appropriations. Additionally, the bill allocates $25,000 in 2026-2027 for planning and public education efforts related to the project.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes state use of existing conservation funds to develop a public trail, advancing public access and recreational infrastructure without requiring new taxes.75% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill authorizes creation of a state trail using conservation funds to protect natural resources and increase public access to rivers.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Parks & Recreation

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died · North Carolina · Senate May 18, 2026

SB 1010: FUTURE NC Infrastructure Act.

This bill establishes the North Carolina Infrastructure Investment Commission to create a long-term, 20-year strategy for improving the state's critical systems like roads, water, and energy. The new commission will consist of ten appointed members led by the State Treasurer, who will develop a comprehensive investment plan focusing on maintenance, modernization, and resilience against severe weather. Once the plan is submitted to various legislative committees and the governor by March 2028, the commission will dissolve, and any funding decisions must still be approved by the General Assembly. The legislation also allocates $300,000 to cover the administrative costs of running the commission starting in fiscal year 2026-2027.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes a commission to develop a 20-year infrastructure investment plan, directly advancing state budgeting and appropriations for critical systems.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill creates a commission to develop a 20-year strategy for improving critical systems including roads and transportation infrastructure.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Transportation Funding

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passed · North Carolina · Senate May 28, 2026

SB 846: Deannex Certain Property/Red Oak.

SB 846 removes two specific parcels of land from the official boundaries of the Town of Red Oak in North Carolina. The bill ensures that property owners within these parcels will no longer pay municipal taxes for the taxable year beginning July 1, 2026, and any future years. Additionally, the legislation clarifies that any outstanding tax liens or special assessments from before the effective date remain valid and can still be collected or enforced.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill removes land from municipal boundaries to eliminate future property taxes for specific owners, reducing municipal revenue.90% confidence

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died · North Carolina · Senate Apr 30, 2026

SB 918: Winston-Salem/Forsyth Joint EOC Funds.

This bill allocates one million dollars from the state's General Fund to Forsyth County to help the county and the City of Winston-Salem build a shared emergency operations center. The funding is designated as a nonrecurring grant for the 2026-2027 fiscal year and is intended to improve coordination between the city and county during emergencies. The legislation becomes effective on July 1, 2026, and currently awaits further committee review in the Senate.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $1M from the General Fund to fund a shared emergency operations center, directly advancing state budget appropriations for public safety.95% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget

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in committee · North Carolina · House May 4, 2026

HB 1164: Insufficient Funds for Taxes Penalty Modification.

This bill modifies the penalty charged to taxpayers in North Carolina when their checks or electronic payments for taxes bounce due to insufficient funds. Instead of the current rule that imposes the greater of a flat $25 fee or 10% of the payment amount, the new law sets a tiered penalty structure based on how often a person bounces payments within a five-year period. For the first two violations, the fee will be $25 plus 1% of the payment amount, while any subsequent violation will incur a $50 fee plus 2% of the payment amount, with a maximum penalty cap of $1,000. The legislation also includes an exemption for taxpayers who had sufficient money in their accounts but accidentally failed to initiate the transaction, and it provides funding to help educate the public and tax collectors about these changes.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill reduces excessive penalties for bounced tax payments, promoting fiscal responsibility and protecting taxpayers from disproportionate fees.85% confidence

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died · North Carolina · Senate May 5, 2026

SB 1068: Supporting Small Farmers for NC's Future Act.

This bill establishes the Small Farmers Support Grant Program to provide financial assistance to North Carolina residents who are small farmers earning $1 million or less annually. The program offers grants to help eligible individuals purchase essential inputs, equipment, and make operational improvements to their farms, with funding prioritized based on factors like farm size and economic hardship. An initial $15 million in recurring funds is allocated for the 2026-2027 fiscal year to support these efforts, and the bill creates an advisory committee to monitor the program's effectiveness.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $15M in recurring funds to establish a grant program for small farmers, directly advancing state budget appropriations for essential agricultural support.95% confidence

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in committee · North Carolina · House Jun 30, 2026

HB 1213: Protect Taxpayers and Local Governments.

HB 1213 removes tax exemptions for data centers in North Carolina, meaning these facilities will no longer be exempt from state sales and use taxes. The bill directly affects data center operators and the businesses that purchase equipment for them, requiring them to pay applicable taxes on new purchases starting July 1, 2026. By repealing specific sections of state tax law, the legislation ensures that data centers contribute to state revenue in the same way other commercial entities do.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill removes tax exemptions for data centers, closing a loophole to ensure they contribute to state revenue like other commercial entities.90% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill removes tax exemptions for data centers, increasing operational costs and potentially hindering technology infrastructure growth.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Revenue Sales Tax

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died · North Carolina · Senate Apr 30, 2026

SB 920: SNAP Administrative Funding/Forsyth County.

This bill appropriates $3,888,010 from North Carolina's General Fund to help Forsyth County cover lost federal money for running the SNAP program. The funds are specifically designated to reimburse the county for administrative expenses that were reduced due to changes in federal law. The state Department of Health and Human Services will distribute the money directly to Forsyth County, but only up to the exact amount of the loss incurred. The legislation takes effect on July 1, 2026, ensuring the county has financial support for its social services operations during the 2026-2027 fiscal year.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates state funds to reimburse a county for lost federal SNAP money, directly funding an essential public service.95% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget

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died · North Carolina · Senate May 5, 2026

SB 1058: Critical Funds for Mecklenburg County.

This bill directs state funding to several nonprofit organizations and entities in Mecklenburg County for specific projects during the 2026-2027 fiscal year. It allocates money to construct a new main library, complete a community health center, plan a highway interchange, support affordable housing, fund operational costs for a community center, and improve facilities at a nature museum. The funds are drawn from various state accounts, including the General Fund and the Highway Fund, and the legislation takes effect on July 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly directs state funding to construct libraries, health centers, and housing, directly advancing budget allocations for public services.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill explicitly allocates state funding to support affordable housing projects in Mecklenburg County.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill allocates state funds specifically for constructing a highway interchange, directly advancing transportation infrastructure.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget Affordable Housing Roads & Highways

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