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health insurance increases will hurt state employees

NC state employee and teacher reps say health insurance increases will hurt worker retention

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The board overseeing the health insurance plan for North Carolina workers and retirees voted Friday to raise most enrollees’ premiums to help cover a deficit that has grown to $507 million this year.
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Stein opposes NC auditor’s proposed DMV restructure

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A day after the release of State Auditor Dave Boliek’s report recommending to split off the DMV from the North Carolina Department of Transportation, North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein opposes a reorganization of the Department of Motor Vehicles that would make it a standalone agency, his office indicated Tuesday.
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Teachers worry over new bill banning DEI in NC public schools

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North Carolina teachers face growing uncertainty as state Senate Bill 227 threatens to outlaw lessons on diversity, equity, and inclusion in public schools.
NC House Republicans override Cooper’s veto of bill that takes power from newly-elected Democrats

NC House Republicans override Cooper’s veto of bill that takes power from newly-elected Democrats

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The NC Senate passed the override earlier this month and so now the bill will become law. But it is likely to face legal challenges next year.