North Carolina House Overrides Six Vetoes After Intense Debate

The North Carolina House has voted to override six vetoes by Governor Roy Cooper, setting a possible record for vetoes fully overridden in a single day. Five of the bills, which cover topics such as late audit costs, retail sales, consumer finance, state work, and farming, have already been overridden by the Senate. The most contentious veto was for the Farm Bill, with Governor Cooper arguing that it weakens wetland protections and leaves the state vulnerable to flooding and water pollution. Another heated debate centered around a bill aimed at limiting questions about inclusion and affiliation in state work applications, with critics arguing it would hinder an inclusive environment and violate the First Amendment.