North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein has signed legislation temporarily suspending the state's 41-cent-per-gallon gas tax through November 30, while criticizing Republican lawmakers for not doing more to address the rising cost of living. Republican legislative leaders defended the measure as an example of the state's fiscal responsibility and commitment to providing relief for drivers. Meanwhile, the North Carolina State Health Plan has filed a lawsuit against Atrium Health seeking to block a new pricing program, arguing it could threaten the plan's financial stability. Atrium maintains its program is designed to lower healthcare costs for state employees and retirees. Andrew Pomeranz of Carolina Journal joins the program to discuss the North Carolina Senate's preparations for its first leadership change in 15 years and what the transition could mean for the General Assembly.

<p>North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein has signed legislation temporarily suspending the state's 41-cent-per-gallon gas tax through November 30, while criticizing Republican lawmakers for not doing more to address the rising cost of living. Republican legislative leaders defended the measure as an example of the state's fiscal responsibility and commitment to providing relief for drivers. Meanwhile, the North Carolina State Health Plan has filed a lawsuit against Atrium Health seeking to block a new pricing program, arguing it could threaten the plan's financial stability. Atrium maintains its program is designed to lower healthcare costs for state employees and retirees. Andrew Pomeranz of Carolina Journal joins the program to discuss the North Carolina Senate's preparations for its first leadership change in 15 years and what the transition could mean for the General Assembly.</p>

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Stein Signs Gas Tax Relief; Atrium Lawsuit

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