What They’re Saying: North Carolinians Applaud Governor Stein’s Budget to Keep NC Strong

Raleigh -- April 24, 2026: Press Release North Carolina Governor Josh Stein's Office: On Tuesday, Governor Josh Stein announced his recommended budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027, Keeping North Carolina Strong. The Governor’s budget raises starting teacher pay to the highest in the Southeast and provides meaningful tax relief to working families while ensuring North Carolina can continue to invest in critical needs, including public safety, education, child care, workforce developme