A key priority of the initiative will be eliminating threats from foreign adversaries, with mitigation efforts focused on countering risks posed by countries of concern, such as the People’s Republic of China, the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea, the Russian Federation, and the Islamic Republic of Iran.
After months of deadlines being pushed back, tariffs are set to go into effect for multiple countries, and NC businesses are bracing for the impact.
"NC stands to lose over a million acres of farm and forestland to development alone by 2040 based on a recent report by the American Farmland Trust." Steve Troxler, NC Ag commissioner
Trump originally imposed the 90-day pause on tariffs to give time to negotiate trade deals with various countries, but so far, only deals with the United Kingdom and Vietnam have been brokered.
With the General Assembly on Easter recess this week, lawmakers will return next week to resume legislative action.
In a 111-0 vote, the House approved the NC Farmland and Military Protection Act. House Bill 133 bans foreign enemies from buying NC farmland amid reports of growing foreign investments.
"This is a state effort to protect national security because food security is national security."- Sen. Bob Brinson, R-Craven.
Republicans in the North Carolina General Assembly want to prohibit hostile foreign governments, like China and Russia, from buying agricultural land and property surrounding military installations. The NC Farmland and Military Protection Act was filed this week by Reps. Jennifer Balkcom, R-Henderson, Neal Jackson,R-Moore, Jeff Zenger, R-Forsyth, and John Bell, R-Wayne. The legislation aims to...
The research triangle will host FISU World University Games during the summer of 2029.
While there is speculation over whether Rep. Gaetz can pass a Senate confirmation vote, other names have been floated for AG.
Money is being allocated through a reserve fund to fund the 2029 World University Games set to take place in North Carolina.
