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Immigration enforcement changes, $463.5M for private-school vouchers now law after Senate override

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www.youtube.com – WRAL – 2024-11-20 14:45:28


SUMMARY: Democratic lawmakers from Western North Carolina criticized the recent hurricane relief bill, which allocates funds but reduces power for Democratic officials, including the governor and attorney general. They labeled it a “power grab” and argued that it fails to provide adequate, timely assistance to those affected by Hurricane Helen. During a press conference, they emphasized the ongoing struggles in the Asheville area, noting rising evictions and workforce loss, particularly in hospitality. The bill includes $227 million for relief but lacks detailed plans for distribution. Meanwhile, Governor Roy Cooper is advocating for further federal assistance for victims.

North Carolina sheriffs will be forced to cooperate more with federal immigration authorities and a $463.5 million expansion of vouchers for private-school students was approved after the North Carolina Senate voted Wednesday to override a bill vetoed by Gov. Roy Cooper. The measures were a part of House Bill 10, which Cooper vetoed in September.

The Republican-led Senate overrode Cooper’s veto by a vote of 30-19 a day after the Republican-led House of Representatives did the same. The Senate vote took place after little debate, with only one member speaking, against the bill.

Natasha Marcus, D-Mecklenburg, noted that private schools have admissions criteria and don’t have to keep a student enrolled if they don’t want to. Schools may choose not to enroll students with disabilities the school can’t accommodate, or some families may not be able to go because there’s no school bus.

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Social Security benefits boosted for millions in bill headed to Biden’s desk • NC Newsline

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ncnewsline.com – Jennifer Shutt – 2024-12-21 09:15:00

SUMMARY: The U.S. Senate passed a bipartisan bill to increase Social Security benefits by eliminating the windfall elimination provision (WEP) and government pension offset (GPO), affecting millions of Americans, particularly public servants. The legislation, costing over $195 billion over ten years, awaits President Biden’s approval. While many senators support these changes, some express concerns about the potential impact on the Social Security trust fund. Current estimates suggest this could advance insolvency by six months, prompting calls for a broader discussion on Social Security’s sustainability. The bill reflects longstanding efforts to rectify perceived inequities in the current system.

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Fuel prices better than national average for 3.3M forecast to travel | North Carolina

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www.thecentersquare.com – By Alan Wooten | The Center Square – 2024-12-20 15:08:00

SUMMARY: As North Carolinians prepare for holiday travel, the average price for a gallon of unleaded gasoline is $2.83, below the national average of $3.05. AAA anticipates 3.5 million residents traveling at least 50 miles from home in the state between December 23 and January 1. While North Carolina’s gasoline prices are better than a month ago, diesel averages $3.41. Among 14 major metro areas, Jacksonville has the lowest unleaded price at $2.72, while Durham-Chapel Hill has the highest at $2.97. North Carolina’s gas taxes, currently 40.4 cents per gallon, fund transportation projects statewide.

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Lawmakers in Congress work to reach a deal to avoid government shutdown

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SUMMARY: A government shutdown could occur if Congress doesn’t pass a spending bill by midnight, potentially affecting 3.5 million federal workers, including military personnel, airport security, and air traffic controllers. These workers risk not receiving paychecks this holiday season. A bipartisan bill, supported by President-elect Trump and Elon Musk, was voted down by 38 Republicans. The alternative Republican plan, which aimed to suspend the debt ceiling for two years, also failed. The shutdown would delay billions in relief for disaster victims and farmers. Federal workers, including military families, face uncertainty about their pay and future financial stability.

Republican congressional leaders Thursday night failed to pass a revamped plan to avoid a government shutdown looming Friday night — and to satisfy President-elect Donald Trump’s explosive demand that the debt limit be raised, or eliminated, at the same time.

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