Transportation (Roads & Highways)

died · North Carolina · House Jun 11, 2025

HB 577: Protect Towers and Truckers Act.

HB 577 creates a Towing and Recovery Commission within the North Carolina State Highway Patrol to resolve disputes over fees charged by towing services to law enforcement. It requires towing businesses to submit hourly rates to the commission for approval and establishes new permit requirements, including background checks (no felony convictions in the past 5-10 years), insurance, training, and proof of a compliant storage facility. The bill directly affects towing companies, truckers using the State Highway Patrol rotation system, and law enforcement agencies that contract for towing services. Key provisions include the commission’s authority to set reasonable fees, disqualify noncompliant tow services, and oversee permit applications with specific eligibility criteria.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationCreates Towing and Recovery Commission under Highway Patrol to regulate fees, enforce safety standards, and improve trucker/towing service operations, enhancing transportation safety and infrastructure management.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways

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in committee · North Carolina · House Mar 13, 2025

HB 386: Increase Vehicle Registration Fee/State Highway Patrol Pay.

HB 386 increases the annual vehicle registration fee for private passenger vehicles in North Carolina by $6.25, with the additional revenue directly funding salary raises for State Highway Patrol officers. Starting July 2025, this will support pay increases that raise starting salaries to $56,000 and top pay to $105,000 annually for experienced officers. The bill appropriates $40.4 million yearly from the General Fund to implement these salary changes. It affects all owners of private passenger vehicles registered in North Carolina.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases vehicle registration tax to fund Highway Patrol salary raises ($40.4M/year), directly allocating revenue to public safety personnel through budget appropriation.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationFunds Highway Patrol salary increases ($40.4M/year) via vehicle registration fees, directly enhancing transportation safety enforcement per bill's explicit purpose.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Fees & Licensing State Budget Roads & Highways Vehicle Registration

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signed · North Carolina · House Mar 20, 2025

HB 47: Disaster Recovery Act of 2025 - Part I.

HB 47, the Disaster Recovery Act of 2025 - Part I, allocates $524 million from the Helene Fund to support recovery efforts in North Carolina counties impacted by Hurricane Helene. The bill directs funds to specific programs including home reconstruction ($120 million), agricultural crop loss assistance ($200 million), road and bridge repairs ($100 million), small business infrastructure grants ($55 million), debris removal ($20 million), fire department equipment ($10 million), and tourism promotion ($4 million). These resources directly assist residents, farmers, local governments, and businesses in designated hurricane-affected counties by addressing immediate rebuilding needs and supporting economic recovery. The bill requires programs to align with federal disaster recovery guidelines to maximize potential federal reimbursement, with reporting requirements for certain initiatives.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationAllocates $100M specifically for road and bridge repairs (transportation infrastructure) per bill summary and subjects list.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Bridges Roads & Highways

died · North Carolina · Senate Mar 26, 2025

SB 753: NC Highway Patrol Retention Act.

SB 753, the NC Highway Patrol Retention Act, provides funding for pay raises for all North Carolina State Highway Patrol officers starting July 1, 2025. It appropriates $40.48 million annually from the General Fund to implement new salary schedules based on years of experience (e.g., $56,000 for new officers, $105,000 for 8+ years) and rank (e.g., $120,750 for Sergeant, $224,612 for Colonel). The bill directly affects all sworn Highway Patrol members by establishing fixed pay scales for the 2025-2027 fiscal biennium. The changes aim to improve retention through structured compensation increases without altering existing law enforcement duties or responsibilities.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $40.48M annually from General Fund for Highway Patrol pay raises, directly increasing state spending on personnel and public safety.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeFunds pay raises for Highway Patrol officers ($40.48M annually), directly strengthening law enforcement retention and operational capacity within the criminal justice system.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationFunds Highway Patrol salaries to maintain public safety on highways, directly supporting transportation safety infrastructure through personnel retention.85% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget Roads & Highways

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died · North Carolina · House May 5, 2025

HB 516: Motorcycle Road Guard Safety Act.

House Bill 516, the "Motorcycle Road Guard Safety Act," creates a system allowing certified individuals to direct traffic for motorcycle groups. To become a motorcycle road guard, a person must be at least 18 years old, possess a valid driver's license, and successfully complete a certification course developed by the Division of Motor Vehicles. Certified road guards must meet specific safety standards and are required to notify and obtain consent from the chief of police in each city where they plan to direct traffic. The Division of Motor Vehicles will adopt rules to implement these new provisions.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationCreates safety protocols for motorcycle traffic direction, explicitly addressing transportation safety standards under designated subjects.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licensing Roads & Highways

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in committee · North Carolina · House Feb 24, 2025

HB 159: Orphan Roads Maintenance Program Grant.

HB 159 establishes a $75 million grant program within North Carolina's Department of Transportation to improve subdivision streets that don't meet state highway standards and aren't maintained by local governments. It directly affects counties and municipalities with these "orphan roads," providing funds for repairs up to $250,000 per subdivision, requiring a 25% local match (25 cents for every dollar awarded). Once roads meet standards, ownership transfers to the state or local government for ongoing maintenance. The program runs from July 2025 through June 2030, with unspent funds rolling over to the Highway Fund.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $75M state grant for infrastructure maintenance via appropriations, directly funding public roads through budget allocation.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill allocates $75M for road maintenance grants under DOT, directly funding infrastructure improvements for 'orphan roads' per transportation-focused subjects and summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways

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in committee · North Carolina · Senate Mar 3, 2025

SB 217: Funds to Repair Orphan Roads in Durham County.

This bill appropriates $500,000 in one-time state funds to Durham County for repairing and improving "orphan roads" - roads in non-municipal areas that are not maintained by either the county or the state. The funds will allow Durham County to fix these roads, enabling the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) to take over their maintenance as state roads. The bill directly affects Durham County residents living on these neglected roads by improving safety and upkeep, and it changes the responsibility for road maintenance from local to state oversight. The funding becomes effective July 1, 2025.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $500,000 for road repairs, directly funding infrastructure under state budget appropriations (Subjects: APPROPRIATIONS; BUDGETING).95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill allocates $500k to repair neglected roads, enabling NCDOT maintenance and improving transportation infrastructure safety per subjects list.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways

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in committee · North Carolina · House Mar 6, 2025

HB 285: Laurinburg-Maxton Airport/Funds.

HB 285 appropriates $52.5 million from North Carolina's Highway Fund to the Southeast Regional Airport Authority for Laurinburg-Maxton Airport improvements. The funds are allocated specifically: $28 million for a runway extension, $15 million for general airport capital projects, and $9.5 million for water and sewer infrastructure. The bill requires quarterly spending reports to legislative committees and takes effect July 1, 2025.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $52.5M from Highway Fund for airport infrastructure via appropriations, directly managing state budget allocation and requiring fiscal accountability.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationFunds airport infrastructure improvements ($52.5M) via Highway Fund, directly advancing transportation infrastructure as per subjects list and funding source.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Airports Roads & Highways

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in committee · North Carolina · House Mar 10, 2025

HB 324: Greensboro Transit Agency/Funds.

HB 324 appropriates $800,000 from the Highway Fund to the Greensboro Transit Agency for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. The funds are specifically allocated to $500,000 for the North/South Crossmax Orange Bus Route and $300,000 to launch a pilot program transporting high school juniors and seniors to Guilford Technical Community College campuses. This bill directly affects Greensboro Transit Agency operations and Guilford County high school students participating in the college transportation pilot. It becomes effective July 1, 2025, if enacted.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $800k from Highway Fund for transit and education pilot programs, directly advancing budget appropriations for public services.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationAllocates $300k for high school student transportation pilot to community college, directly enhancing higher education access for secondary students.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationAllocates $800k from Highway Fund to Greensboro Transit Agency for bus routes and student transportation pilot, directly funding public transportation infrastructure and services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education K-12 Education School Transportation Public Transit Roads & Highways

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in committee · North Carolina · Senate Mar 25, 2025

SB 388: DOT Permit Review Time Periods.

SB 388 establishes strict time limits for North Carolina's Department of Transportation (DOT) to review certain permits, including driveway, encroachment, and subdivision permits. It requires the DOT to notify applicants within 10 business days whether an application is complete or incomplete, and if complete, to issue or deny the permit within 30 calendar days. If the DOT misses these deadlines, the permit is automatically approved. This directly affects property owners, contractors, and developers applying for these specific transportation-related permits. The bill aims to streamline the process by creating clear, enforceable timelines.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingExpedites subdivision permit approvals (key for housing development), reducing delays in new housing construction per bill's 30-day deadline and automatic approval for missed deadlines.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationSets strict DOT permit review deadlines (10/30 days), accelerating infrastructure project approvals and reducing bureaucratic delays in transportation-related construction.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Development Roads & Highways

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