AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoLegal Reform: North Carolina became the first state to ban third-party litigation investment, with Gov. Josh Stein signing House Bill 315 to stop outside investors from funding civil lawsuits for a stake in outcomes. Elections & Voting Rights: As President Trump presses Senate Republicans to pass the SAVE America Act, GOP leaders privately warn they may not have the votes—setting up another high-stakes fight over voter ID, citizenship proof, and federal access to voter rolls. Education Accountability: A North Carolina school accountability task force is moving toward changes to the A-F grading system, including shifting from “percent proficient” to a weighted proficiency index and adding a five-year graduation rate. Local Governance: Jacksonville City Council debated House Bill 1038 and voted 4-3 to keep discussing possible redistricting after a special emergency meeting. Tribal Gaming: The Lumbee Tribe rejected a constitutional amendment that would have opened the door to a casino, with about 62% voting no. Public Safety & Courts: A federal health care fraud takedown charged a North Carolina man tied to alleged Medicare and TRICARE billing for unnecessary durable medical equipment.
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