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North Carolina's $30-billion budget passed initial legislative votes Thursday -- the first approvals following months of negotiations among GOP leaders. Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper says he isn't sure yet if he'd veto the plan, which includes one of his top priorities: Medicaid expansion.
Language in a budget draft would let lawmakers decide whether their records are public. Budget writers say that language was added by legislative leaders.
North Carolina's new state budget was made public Wednesday, less than 24 hours before lawmakers are expected to vote on the $30 billion spending plan.
As lawmakers debate whether to legalize more casinos in North Carolina, and as local officials lay groundwork with developers, a question remains: Who knew what, and when?
Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023 -- Election to public office is not a license or privilege for indulgence. It is a civic trust to act - in an open and transparent way - in the public interest. End the secret legislative sessions now.