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NC Senate Passes Historic $34B Budget | Greenville News
North Carolina just passed a historic $34 billion budget with a 35-10 vote, showcasing rare bipartisan unity. Governor Josh Stein now holds the final decision, but the plan already delivers major wins: massive tax cuts, record Rainy Day Fund boosts, and billions for Hurricane Helene recovery. Teachers get an average 8% raise, all state workers a 3% bump plus bonus, and law enforcement sees some of the biggest pay hikes in decades. Education and healthcare also get serious investment — from math and literacy programs to Medicaid expansion and fraud crackdowns — while economic development…
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