My hope for the Class of 2026 is that you each will stay open to new opportunities, and, no matter which ladder you climb, you reach behind you and bring others along with you...

As we continue to analyze the final report of the FEMA Review Council, we all agree that FEMA is in need of reform. I appreciate the focus on speed and flexibility and urge FEMA to prioritize swift and robust support for states as the final details are developed.

Teachers go above and beyond to shape the next generation. They show up for our students, and we have a responsibility to show up for them. Thank you to every teacher across North Carolina.

North Carolina’s small businesses are the beating heart of our economy, constantly innovating and creating jobs. This Small Business Week, make a plan to support one of North Carolina’s more than one million small businesses that energize our communities!

REALLY GOOD NEWS: Tourism spending for 2025 was up! In every corner of our state, tourism helps support jobs, sustain small businesses, and keep our state’s economy moving forward. From the mountains to the coast, everyone enjoys experiencing all North Carolina has to offer.

It is an honor to highlight the work of North Carolina’s 77,000 state employees during Public Service Recognition Week. Our state is stronger because of the work you do. It’s an honor to be your colleague.

I've had the privilege of working with Mayor Lyles for many years. Her steady leadership has guided Charlotte to an even better place. The city is stronger for her leadership, and I wish her well in her next chapter. Thank you, Vi.

North Carolina has a long history of investing in our people, and that’s why we have a lot of great things going on for us. To companies looking for a great investment - join us. youtu.be/5RMzy1HAVsQ

Deciding when to have a family is a deeply personal decision, and that decision is between a woman and her doctor.

Congratulations to the following recipients of The Order of the Long Leaf Pine for their contributions and leadership in sports and beyond:

North Carolina needs a budget that values our students and their teachers.

Today's deal is a relief and will bring much-needed resources to communities across the mountains. Western North Carolinians haven't taken a day off from rebuilding since Helene, and state and federal leaders shouldn't either. www.politico.com/news/2026/04...

Today we made progress on several critical needs facing our state, but there is still more work to do. The legislature should make good on their intention to right the wrongs in this bill.

In 2020, Davidson-Davie Community College partnered with Atrium Health to launch North Carolina’s first registered nurse apprenticeship program. Programs across the state just like this one are helping address the gap to fill jobs in high-demand sectors that don’t require four-year degrees.

Apprenticeships unlock doors of opportunity for the next generation, help employers develop homegrown talent and support North Carolina’s workforce needs.

Very positive news: NC’s infant mortality rate has declined to the lowest rate in state history. Overdose-related deaths also fell 38% in 2024 – the first decline since 2019.

I am all for cutting taxes, so let’s actually put money into the pockets of working North Carolinians – not wealthy executives and out-of-staters. youtube.com/shorts/04sUF...

My budget cuts taxes to put more money into the pockets of working and middle-class families:

AbbVie, one of the world’s largest biopharmaceutical companies, is coming to North Carolina! Its new state-of-the-art manufacturing campus in Durham will bring 734 jobs and $1.4 billion in investment. NC is the premier home for life sciences companies, and AbbVie is a welcome addition.

This week on the fellas sit down with @ncgovernor.bsky.social to break down what’s happening inside the General Assembly ahead of the short session, why billions of dollars are on the line, and how decisions being made right now could shape the future of our state. www.patreon.com/c/TheHometow...

Far too much time has passed since North Carolina has had a budget, but I am hopeful all of us can work together to invest in the future of our state and pass a budget. youtube.com/shorts/E67mj...

Western NC businesses are still recovering from Hurricane Helene. Earlier this year, I wrote to the Small Business Administration to seek help for businesses impacted by Helene. I thank the @SBAGov for extending zero-interest loan relief for those businesses.

This month I’ve announced a Critical Needs Budget proposal to shore up key state functions that are limping along and a third Hurricane Helene budget proposal as we continue working to rebuild western NC.

The people of North Carolina are our greatest asset, and when they succeed, we all succeed. My recommended budget is a balanced, forward-looking plan to secure a brighter future so every North Carolinian has a real shot at success. governor.nc.gov/news/press-r...

HI-CHEW is one of the most loved candies in the country, and North Carolinians make them right here in Mebane!

So many forces seek to divide us and make the American dream feel out of reach. It does not have to be this way. We can chart a different course.

If we want to build a stronger North Carolina, we must protect our ability to invest in schools, public safety, and infrastructure. We need a fiscally responsible budget that secures our future.

North Carolina’s public schools open doors of opportunity for students across the state. A real pay raise for every teacher and more support personnel will help teachers, students, and all of us succeed.

Investing in North Carolina’s children is an investment in a brighter future. My Critical Needs Budget proposed a $387 million investment for a much-needed raise in starting pay for teachers and support staff. Public school teachers work hard to prepare our children...

North Carolina has a fundamental responsibility to ensure a sound, basic public education for every student. That responsibility will never change, no matter the North Carolina Supreme Court’s abandonment.

Last year I signed bills that would make it easier for survivors of domestic violence to obtain a restraining order, increase penalties for the sale of fentanyl, and crack down on crimes including burglary, retail theft, reckless driving, and hit-and-run offenses.

North Carolina is well-positioned to compete and win in the industries that are shaping the future of energy and to keep attracting businesses with clean energy ambitions. We cannot let this economic momentum slip through our fingertips.

🚨 NCDOT’s Global TransPark and the US Navy have signed a 10-year agreement for the Navy’s Fleet Readiness Center East, which provides fleet support to the Dept. of War and will bring more than 400 jobs to eastern NC. A win for national security and a win for jobs.

North Carolina is leading the way in building a clean energy economy that creates good-paying jobs and keeps costs down for families. I look forward to continuing to work with business leaders across the state to make sure North Carolina is ready for the jobs of today and tomorrow.

Too many families are struggling to make ends meet. That’s why I proposed a Working Families Tax Credit that would put up to $823 back into the pockets of many North Carolina families.

The USDA has designated 82 counties in North Carolina as natural disaster areas due to drought conditions. Farmers in the affected counties may be eligible for emergency loan assistance and other disaster relief programs. Learn more: www.farmers.gov/protection-r...

In 2024, when I was Attorney General, I sued Live Nation/Ticketmaster for illegally ripping off consumers by exploiting its monopoly power. I’m gratified that the court agreed today and ruled in the states’ favor. Congrats to AG Jackson for finishing the job. Today’s ruling is a win for concertgoers

On top of a proposed 15% rate hike, Duke Energy is now asking North Carolinians to foot the bill for an additional $800 million in increased fuel costs.

Last year, I signed legislation that permanently expanded North Carolina’s postpartum Medicaid coverage from 60 days to one full year.

Guilford Tech Community College is home to one of 16 Child Care Academies at community colleges and universities across the state.

Progress at the DMV – but more work to do to make sure people can get on the road and go about their business.

Springing into another month working for the people of North Carolina!

It was an honor to welcome faith leaders from across the state to the People’s House. Thank you for putting your beliefs into action and for keeping the faith in North Carolina.

Law enforcement officers run toward danger when the rest of us might flee. We owe them a debt we cannot adequately repay. As we honor North Carolina Peace Officers’ Memorial Day, let us offer our admiration and gratitude.

Yom HaShoah, Holocaust Remembrance Day, is an opportunity for us to reaffirm our commitment to never forgetting one of the darkest chapters in human history when 6 million Jews and millions of other people were exterminated by the Nazis and their collaborators. May their memories be a blessing.

When it counted, North Carolinians came together to dream of a completely new future. Let’s continue to draw inspiration from that patriotic spirit to bridge across our differences and chart a better course for our state.

Congratulations to Christina Koch and the rest of the crew of Artemis II!! So pleased your mission was a success! The splashdown was exciting and nerve wracking. We look forward to celebrating your remarkable accomplishment when you come back to NC.

You shouldn’t have to move out of your hometown to achieve your dreams and support a family. Making sure that rural North Carolina can meet the needs of our people is critical. youtu.be/sBb4c1yELlI

Local journalism is a foundational element of a functioning and healthy democracy, and local journalists allow communities across NC to rely on accurate information as residents go about their days and in moments of crisis. It’s an honor to proclaim today Local News Day in North Carolina.

Members of the Divine Nine have been pillars of strength and solidarity in communities across North Carolina for decades. It's an honor to recognize your leadership and rich history, and I look forward to working together to continue to deliver on the promise of our state.