This bill creates a special fund within the state's Highway Fund to provide financial relief to airport workers in North Carolina who lose pay due to federal funding lapses. The program offers interest-free loans to eligible airports, which then distribute funds to Transportation Security Officers and Air Traffic Controllers who have not been paid for at least 14 consecutive days. These loans are designed to be automatically repaid when the federal government issues back pay to the affected workers. The state has appropriated $25 million for this purpose, and the Department of Transportation will oversee the fund's administration and reporting requirements.
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.
SB 1062 directs the North Carolina Department of Transportation to conduct a study on improving commuter transportation in the Piedmont Triad region, specifically focusing on Winston-Salem, High Point, and Greensboro. The bill requires the study to evaluate the feasibility of a commuter rail system while also considering other options like bus rapid transit, regional bus networks, and roadway expansions. It mandates an analysis of funding sources, governance structures for a potential regional transit authority, and the economic impacts of various transportation modes through 2050. The legislation appropriates $250,000 for this study, which must be completed and reported to state committees by December 29, 2026.
This bill authorizes the North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles to issue certificates of title specifically for off-road motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles, and utility vehicles. Owners of these vehicles can apply for a title by submitting a form with personal details and vehicle information, while paying the standard fee. The legislation clarifies that these vehicles are not eligible for road registration or transfer of registration but will receive a title to establish ownership. This change takes effect on October 1, 2026, providing a formal way to document ownership for these off-road machines without allowing them on public roads.
This bill, known as the Mike Clampitt 1st Responder Tax Fairness Act, aims to expand tax exemptions for volunteer fire departments and rescue squads in North Carolina. Specifically, it allows these independent groups, which have two or fewer paid employees and are already exempt from state income tax, to avoid paying a highway use tax on specific emergency vehicles like fire trucks, forest firefighting units, and other emergency service vehicles. The change applies to vehicles when a certificate of title is issued on or after July 1, 2026, ensuring these organizations can acquire necessary equipment without incurring this particular tax. By broadening the existing exemption, the legislation directly benefits volunteer responders who operate outside of local government units.
This bill directs the North Carolina Department of Transportation to conduct a study on how well the Strategic Prioritization Funding Plan for Transportation Investments is working. The department must examine why some projects under this plan are delayed and gather input from construction partners and planning groups. By November 1, 2026, the agency will submit a report with its findings and suggestions for improving project delivery to state legislative committees. The bill does not change any laws immediately but requires an evaluation to inform future decisions on transportation funding.
HB 1145 allocates $2.5 million from the Highway Fund to the North Carolina Department of Transportation for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. These funds are designated to upgrade utilities and street infrastructure at the intersection of Highway 49 and Eastway Drive. The primary goal of this project is to improve pedestrian safety at this specific location. The legislation takes effect on July 1, 2026.
This bill allocates $545,588 from the state's General Fund to the Town of Pineville to finance a pedestrian safety project. The funds are designated for constructing a pedestrian hybrid beacon and a crosswalk at the intersection of Highway 51 and Main Street near the town hall. The primary goal of this infrastructure improvement is to enhance pedestrian safety and improve walkability within the community. The legislation takes effect on July 1, 2026, providing directed grant money specifically for these construction costs.
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.
This bill appropriates five million dollars from the state Highway Fund to the City of Greenville for pedestrian safety improvements. The Department of Transportation will distribute these nonrecurring funds for the 2026-2027 fiscal year to support infrastructure projects. The law becomes effective on July 1, 2026, enabling the city to implement specific safety measures for pedestrians.
