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weather2 years ago

"States Declare Emergencies as Severe Storms and Heavy Rain Threaten Southern Regions"

Gov. Roy Cooper has declared a State of Emergency in North Carolina ahead of heavy rainfall and severe weather expected for Monday night and Tuesday. The order waives truck restrictions to facilitate the movement of essential supplies. Residents are urged to be cautious, prepare emergency kits, and have multiple ways to receive emergency information, as flooding, power outages, and damaging winds are anticipated. Safety tips include having an emergency plan, gathering supplies, and avoiding unnecessary travel.

via WXII12 Winston-Salem|
#gov-roy-cooper#heavy-rainfall#north-carolina
politics2 years ago

"NC Governor Cooper Sets December 1 Start Date for Medicaid Expansion"

Governor Roy Cooper of North Carolina has announced that Medicaid expansion in the state will begin on December 1, providing coverage for 600,000 low-income adults. This has been a top priority for Cooper, and after the state budget was passed, he allowed it to become law so that the expansion could move forward. The expansion is expected to have immediate effects, with around 300,000 people receiving Medicaid family planning benefits automatically enrolled in coverage. North Carolina will become the 41st state to pass Medicaid expansion since 2014.

via WTVD-TV|
#gov-roy-cooper#healthcare#low-income-adults
healthcare2 years ago

North Carolina Finally Approves Medicaid Expansion After Years of Opposition

The North Carolina General Assembly passed a bill to expand Medicaid eligibility to include nearly all adults who make less than 133 percent of the federal poverty level, making North Carolina the 40th state to adopt Medicaid expansions provided through the Affordable Care Act. Gov. Roy Cooper has already stated he will sign the bill once it reaches his desk. The provisions of the bill will go into effect at the start of 2024, and county social services departments can begin accepting applications from eligible individuals beginning as soon as December of this year.

via The Hill|
#affordable-care-act#american-rescue-plan#gov-roy-cooper
politics2 years ago

NC Governor's Proposed Budget Sparks Controversy Over Teacher Pay Raises and State Job Vacancies

The Republican Party in North Carolina has criticized Democratic Governor Roy Cooper's proposed budget increase, which includes a 10% pay raise for teachers and a Medicaid expansion. The GOP argues that the budget is too large and will lead to tax increases, while Cooper maintains that it is necessary to invest in education and healthcare. The partisan divide over the budget highlights the ongoing political tensions in the state.

via WLOS|
#budget-increase#gop#gov-roy-cooper