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Stein Signs Transit Bill, Medicaid Expansion in Jeopardy, Health Plan Deficit
Governor Stein has signed six new bills into law, including legislation granting Mecklenburg County the authority to impose a transit tax. One of the newly signed measures also elevates the Highway Patrol to a cabinet-level agency, following a 2024 veto override. Meanwhile, the so-called "Big Beautiful Bill" could reverse Medicaid expansion in North Carolina, sparking significant debate. A recent audit revealed a serious deficit in the State Health Plan, raising concerns about its long-term stability.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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