The state has nearly $3 billion in available funds to fight the virus and respond to the economic aftermath If Gov. Roy Cooper had his way, however, the state would be ... Keep Reading
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NC is financially prepared for this crisis
We are all working to cope with the outbreak of the coronavirus (COVID-19) in China, and the virus's escalation into a global pandemic. Gov. Roy Cooper and President Donald ... Keep Reading
Long past time for ‘North Carolina governed by chaos’ narrative to die
State Rep. Deb Butler’s epic September 11 outburst on the floor of the General Assembly is a reminder— to some at least—that North Carolina is governed in a perpetual state of ... Keep Reading
Hurricane preparation is for more than citizens
During recent briefings to discuss preparations for the storm, Gov. Roy Cooper exhorted North Carolinians to be prepared for the hurricane and its aftermath. While North ... Keep Reading
Pew Report: NC’s Income Growth 4th in Nation; Has 14th Strongest Rainy Day Fund
A new report out by Pew Charitable Trusts examines several factors impacting the fiscal health of states. Among the findings include NC's high ranking in income growth and ... Keep Reading
N&O not interested in recent steps to improve NC budget stability
Earlier in the week Under the Dome ran a piece by N&O reporter Will Doran where he relays Governor Cooper's apprehension about having enough money for next year’s state ... Keep Reading
The sunny side of the rainy day fund
We’re not shy about criticizing legislators when criticism is due. That said, we also like to point out when lawmakers do the right thing. Earlier this week, The Insider ... Keep Reading
Bill to Strengthen Rainy Day Fund Signed into Law
Yesterday Gov. Cooper signed House Bill 7 into law, albeit with some apparent reservations. Legislative budget-writers will have to set aside money every year for the state’s ... Keep Reading
Eminent Domain and Savings Reserve: Bills to Watch
As the calendar turns to February and this year's legislative session works through its second week, things have remained pretty quiet thus far. There are, however, three bills ... Keep Reading
