Lawmakers Report Progress on State Budget Deal After Earlier Impasse

House and Senate making progress on state budget deal, key lawmakers say
Budget talks broke down earlier over expanded gambling provision
House Speaker says he lacked votes to pass budget with gambling included
Senate leader criticized House Speaker for not sticking to agreement
Key lawmakers now say sides are close to a budget deal, but details remain unclear

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9/7/2023

Not enough GOP votes for expanded gaming in budget, NC House Speaker says

The North Carolina state budget, which includes plans for a gambling expansion, may not pass due to insufficient Republican support, potentially jeopardizing the inclusion of other budget priorities such as raises for state employees and Medicaid expansion.

9/11/2023

NC budget talks stall over proposed gambling expansion

Closed-door negotiations to expand legalized gambling in North Carolina have caused delays in passing a $30 billion state budget that includes tax cuts and raises for teachers and state employees.

9/13/2023

N.C. budget negotiations continue as gambling expansion remains sticking point

Republican lawmakers in the General Assembly of North Carolina are negotiating a state budget plan that was derailed by a controversial proposal to expand legalized gambling, which has caused delays in the budget approval and heated discussions between the House and Senate's Republican leadership.