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North Carolina's Big Budget Breakdown | Wilmington News
North Carolina just locked in a historic $34 billion state budget packed with teacher raises, tax cuts, and $700 million for Hurricane Helene recovery. Teachers get an average 8% bump plus bonuses, state workers see 3% raises, and law enforcement could earn over 20% more. The budget also slashes income taxes toward 2.99% by 2032, closes hospital tax loopholes, and ends electricity tax breaks for data centers. With votes set for this week and Governor Josh Stein’s final approval looming, this deal could reshape everything from classrooms to disaster relief. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on…
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