North Carolina legislative leaders reached an agreement this week on a mini budget proposal to address funding needs across the state. The House and Senate will vote next week on a conference report that includes the following:
- House Bill 10, requiring sheriffs to cooperate with ICE
- Public School and Community College Enrollment Funding Increase
- Medicaid Rebase Funding
- Fully funds the Opportunity Scholarships and ESA waitlist
- Rural Broadband Authorization
NC House Speaker Tim Moore said, “As North Carolina families grapple with rising costs and economic uncertainty thanks to the failed policies of the Biden-Harris administration, it is our responsibility as lawmakers to remain committed to responsible spending and economic growth. This mini-budget agreement will fund our K-12 and community college enrollment growth, clear the Opportunity Scholarship waitlist to expand school choice to all NC families, will increase funding to keep our Medicaid system fully funded, and will authorize new rural broadband expansion across the state.”
He continued, “With the inclusion of House Bill 10, we are also reinforcing the rule of law currently ignored by the Biden-Harris administration by requiring sheriffs to cooperate with ICE, strengthening our public safety and protecting our communities.”
“Families across North Carolina made it clear that they want a greater say in their child’s education. Whether you’re a single parent, a young family, or in a military household, educational freedom should be attainable for all,” Senate Leader Phil Berger (R-Rockingham) said. “This agreement addresses the increased demand for Opportunity Scholarships and includes the necessary funding for public school enrollment increases.”
A copy of the bill can be found here.
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