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NC lawmakers consider changes to vehicle child seat laws
A toddler wearing a yellow princess dress and yellow shoes is sitting in a car seat looking out the passenger side window. NC Lawmakers are considering changes to the Child Passenger Restraint Systems Law that relies more on height.

By Diana Lopez Key takeaways:  North Carolina could soon have new ...

Posted: July 2, 2026, 8:22 am
NC’s first full budget since 2023 reflects transformed health policy landscape
State lawmakers in the House seated at their desks during a voting session on a series of bills, including bills affecting transgender youth and budget items

By Jaymie Baxley, Ashley Fredde and Rose Hoban Key takeaways: A lo...

Posted: July 1, 2026, 7:30 am
NC’s new mental health bill is heavy on studies, light on solutions
A row of people sit behind desks at the NC General Assembly. Two white men in suits are co-chairs of the House Select Committee on Involuntary Commitment and Public Safety.

By Taylor Knopf A bill to expand the use of involuntary psychiatri...

Posted: June 30, 2026, 8:27 am

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