2026 Budget Technical Corrections - II
Plain English Summary
This bill appropriates over $1 billion in additional capital funding for state infrastructure projects across multiple agencies and universities for fiscal year 2025-2026, including $100 million specifically designated for repairs and renovations at North Carolina Central University, and $5 million for the State Bureau of Investigation to purchase radios, vehicles, and a case management system.
Arguments in Favor
Supporters argue this bill addresses critical infrastructure needs across the state, including university facility repairs, transportation improvements, and environmental projects. The specific allocation of $100 million to North Carolina Central University's repairs and renovations ensures that a historically underfunded institution receives dedicated resources for maintenance and upgrades, while the investments in law enforcement equipment enhance public safety capabilities.
Arguments Against
Opponents may be concerned about the significant increase in spending ($242 million more than originally appropriated) and question whether these funds should have been included in the regular budget process rather than as supplemental appropriations. Some may also question the prioritization of certain projects over others or whether the funds are being distributed equitably across all institutions and agencies.
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Sponsors
Primary Sponsor
Representative · District 110
Primary Sponsor
Representative · District 93
Cosponsors (31)
Representative · District 61
Representative · District 75
Representative · District 65
Representative · District 46
Representative · District 10
Representative · District 115
Representative · District 47
Representative · District 84
Representative · District 19
Representative · District 45
Representative · District 13
Representative · District 49
Representative · District 59
Representative · District 5
Representative · District 69
Representative · District 44
Representative · District 22
Representative · District 83
Representative · District 91
Representative · District 97
Representative · District 57
Representative · District 105
Representative · District 70
Representative · District 29
Representative · District 31
Representative · District 79
Representative · District 113
Representative · District 34
Representative · District 24
Representative · District 9
Representative · District 16
Vote Breakdown (8 roll calls)
This bill was signed into law.
Final Vote
On: M11 Not Concur
Party Breakdown