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The North Carolina General Assembly is comprised of the state House of Representatives and the state Senate. Republicans currently hold a 72-48 majority in the House and a 30-20 majority in the Senate.

Stein Vetoes Bill Opting into Federal School Vouchers
K-12 Education

Stein Vetoes Bill Opting into Federal School Vouchers

The Democratic governor hopes to bend the program to benefit public schools over private ones.

by Carli Brosseau August 8, 2025August 7, 2025
Why are N.C. Republicans Brawling Over the State Budget?

Why are N.C. Republicans Brawling Over the State Budget?

Lawmakers have to work out big differences between the House and Senate spending plans.

by Bryan Anderson June 3, 2025June 3, 2025
The Senate Democrats’ New Boss

The Senate Democrats’ New Boss

State Sen. Sydney Batch ousted one of N.C.’s most venerated leaders. Can she lead Democrats back to relevance? 

by Jeffrey Billman March 12, 2025March 13, 2025
Where Did the General Assembly Go to College?

Where Did the General Assembly Go to College?

Here’s what the data tells us about the educational experiences of the lawmakers tackling higher ed issues.

by Matt Hartman January 9, 2025February 5, 2025

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How the N.C. Legislature Bankrolls Anti-Abortion Centers

How the N.C. Legislature Bankrolls Anti-Abortion Centers

Over the past three years, the state legislature has given $30 million to crisis pregnancy centers, with little oversight or outcomes.

by Ren Larson and Whitney Clegg January 8, 2025January 14, 2025
How a Disaster-Relief Package Constrains N.C.’s New Governor

How a Disaster-Relief Package Constrains N.C.’s New Governor

The Republican-led legislature’s hurricane relief bill took away a number of executive powers.

by Anne Blythe, Evey Weisblat and Ren Larson January 6, 2025January 6, 2025
Democrats Oust Longtime Senate Leader

Democrats Oust Longtime Senate Leader

Sydney Batch will replace Dan Blue as Senate minority leader in a generational pivot for the minority party.

by Lucille Sherman December 4, 2024December 4, 2024

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Democrats Break the GOP Supermajority in the Legislature–But Barely

Democrats Break the GOP Supermajority in the Legislature–But Barely

State House Democrats gained one seat Tuesday, diminishing Republicans’ advantage and giving Democratic Gov.-elect Josh Stein more leverage.

by Ren Larson November 6, 2024November 6, 2024
Western N.C. Lawmaker: “The Emergency is Still in Place”

Western N.C. Lawmaker: “The Emergency is Still in Place”

A Q&A with state Sen. Timothy Moffitt on the $273 million relief package.

by Emily Stephenson October 13, 2024February 26, 2025
The Last Dance of Tim Moore and Phil Berger  

The Last Dance of Tim Moore and Phil Berger  

Republicans have failed to deliver on key priorities, and some blame a diminished relationship between House and Senate leaders.

by Bryan Anderson August 19, 2024October 25, 2024
Transition of Care

Transition of Care

After passage of legislation restricting medical treatment for transgender youth, families are seeking care across state lines.

by Barry Yeoman August 16, 2024October 25, 2024
River Rescue

River Rescue

The governor keeps asking for more money to protect waterways. Citizen scientists are taking up the slack.

by Storms Reback July 17, 2024October 25, 2024

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