North Carolina lawmakers are debating $500 million in aid for Helene, while a new bill could allow homeschool and private school students to participate in public school sports. The first Council of State meeting saw Boliek and Farley advocating for greater government transparency and efficiency. State lawmakers are also advancing a health care bill as North Carolina ranks among the most expensive states for medical costs.

<p>North Carolina lawmakers are debating $500 million in aid for Helene, while a new bill could allow homeschool and private school students to participate in public school sports. The first Council of State meeting saw Boliek and Farley advocating for greater government transparency and efficiency. State lawmakers are also advancing a health care bill as North Carolina ranks among the most expensive states for medical costs.</p>

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<p>The Carolina Journal News Hour on WBT focuses on state-wide news, politics, and business stories that impact the lives of the residents of Charlotte and all of North Carolina utilizing the exceptional resources of The Carolina Journal.</p>