The North Carolina General Assembly is returning today following last year’s landmark session.
The legislature’s chief duty in even-numbered years is to adjust the second half of the two-year budget that’s already enacted. That could include how to spend the more than $1 billion in additional revenues projected for this fiscal year, according to new forecasts by the legislature and administration.
Other legislation on the table include funding more private-school scholarships after an application boom. Legislation forcing local sheriffs to assist with federal immigration enforcement could also reach Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper's desk.
Republicans hold narrow veto-proof majorities in both chambers. This compares to the $30.9 billion currently set to be spent in the fiscal year starting July 1.