North Carolina lawmakers have unveiled the long-awaited state budget, with the program breaking down its biggest provisions and fiscal priorities. Brian Balfour of the John Locke Foundation joins the show to examine the budget's topline spending figures and overall framework. The discussion continues with a closer look at pay raises, tax cuts, and other major policy changes, followed by highlights covering Hurricane Helene recovery funding, education, healthcare, capital projects, and reserve funds. Plus, lawmakers are considering legislation that would expand portable benefit options for independent contractors and other members of the gig economy.

<p>North Carolina lawmakers have unveiled the long-awaited state budget, with the program breaking down its biggest provisions and fiscal priorities. Brian Balfour of the John Locke Foundation joins the show to examine the budget's topline spending figures and overall framework. The discussion continues with a closer look at pay raises, tax cuts, and other major policy changes, followed by highlights covering Hurricane Helene recovery funding, education, healthcare, capital projects, and reserve funds. Plus, lawmakers are considering legislation that would expand portable benefit options for independent contractors and other members of the gig economy.</p>

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State Budget Unveiled; Tax Cuts and Raises; Helene Funding Included

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