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As we wrap up the legislation passed during the General Assembly's 2006 Short Session, it is interesting to reflect on the new laws that were passed and see the direction the ... Keep Reading

1. Temporary increases in the sales tax and income tax rates were imposed in 2001 with the promise that they would be repealed, or sunset in 2003. Economic conditions and choices ... Keep Reading

In Civitas' ongoing mission to be a “Legislative Strike Force,” the Civitas staff is often called upon to provide comprehensive, yet understandable, answers to many ... Keep Reading

Traditionally, legislators make adjustments to the biennium budget (passed in the long session) during the short session. Adjustments may be necessary due to changes in the economy ... Keep Reading

Immigration is a hot button issue to most people these days. It is also a hot potato for politicians, with numerous factions on both sides passing the buck on what to do and who ... Keep Reading

Tracking Sex Offenders Tracking Sex Offenders Sex offenders commit some of the most heinous crimes, and are among the most likely to recidivate. For years, states have tried ... Keep Reading

They said it couldn't happen here. They said we were safe. They said the law was clear. They were wrong. Turns out that under current North Carolina law, the government can take ... Keep Reading

Since the passage of the No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB) in 2001, the federal government has encouraged improvement in reading and math curriculums by holding states accountable ... Keep Reading

A Decade of Parental Consent… And 750 Shining Faces! It has been a little over 10 years since the North Carolina State House of Representatives had conservative leadership. ... Keep Reading

His statement is misguided and incorrect. John D. Wright, Jr. M.D. (pediatric ophthalmologist in a letter to the News & Observer, Jan., 26, 2006, responding to Jim ... Keep Reading