North Carolina lawmakers conclude their legislative session without addressing key budget items, leaving six Republican veto overrides on issues like guns, immigration, and diversity programs likely postponed until 2026. House Speaker Destin Hall indicates the House will not reconvene this year, complicating the state’s political landscape as major budget negotiations remain unresolved.
The session saw Republicans pass a redrawn congressional map aimed at gaining a seat in the U.S. House, but significant bills, including those vetoed by Democratic Governor Josh Stein, now await action. Among these is Senate Bill 50, which seeks to ease concealed carry regulations; its prospects are uncertain as GOP leaders face dissent within their ranks, requiring a Democratic vote to achieve the necessary majority for an override.
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