The House budget plan, per previous agreement, would spend about the same total amount as the Senate plan. Differences exist, however, primarily with a less aggressive tax cut plan and…
The governor's proposal includes a few spending priorities worth highlighting for further consideration. So it's not all reckless, but Cooper's $4.7 billion bond proposal sure is.
Lacking any guidance from Congress on the Coronavirus Relief Fund question, budget decisions will continue to be made in a fog of uncertainty. It underscores the need for even more…
In his proposed budget released on Wednesday, Gov. Roy Cooper has provided the tax and spending details for his vision of a North Carolina determined to spend a lot more…
The legislature is considering a 10-year ,$3 billion bond plan for road construction across the state. That is a lot of money, and voters (read: taxpayers) will not have a…
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources houses many of the state’s largest attractions. Here are a few of them and their budget impact: Aquariums North Carolina’s aquariums were first…
View in your browser. One of the major areas of spending in the state budget is Natural and Economic Resources (NER). Within that, there are five major categories: the Department…
N&O reports: With some facilities at the N.C. Zoo deteriorating or outdated, the park needs an infusion of about $60 million during the next 10 years, including $40 million in…
View in your browser. The Civil War claimed more American lives than any conflict in U.S. history, requiring the first establishment of national cemeteries. It was following this great conflict…
View in your browser. The long awaited Senate budget is here, along with all the debate that normally accompanies a budget. This year, the Senate and governor seem to be…
Try saying that three times fast… And after you tripped over your tongue, you can enjoy (?) links to stories from around the state on, well, fish, bugs, and bats:…
View in your browser. Should the North Carolina state government be allowed to issue new debt without voter approval? These are the responses from a Civitas Poll held in March…