Governor Josh Stein
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Governor Josh Stein Reflecting on 2025
YouTube video by Governor Josh Stein
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Here are a few reflections from my first year serving as Governor of the great state of North Carolina: youtu.be/KX9Je6IIpAU
We all want our kids to be safe, and the best way to protect our kids from measles is to make sure they are vaccinated.
There are currently 18 cases of measles in NC, all among people who are not fully vaccinated and overwhelmingly children.
There are currently 18 cases of measles in NC, all among people who are not fully vaccinated and overwhelmingly children.
February 13, 2026 at 1:54 PM
We all want our kids to be safe, and the best way to protect our kids from measles is to make sure they are vaccinated.
There are currently 18 cases of measles in NC, all among people who are not fully vaccinated and overwhelmingly children.
There are currently 18 cases of measles in NC, all among people who are not fully vaccinated and overwhelmingly children.
In North Carolina, we know all too well the effects of climate change. The science is crystal clear, and this EPA decision makes us less safe. I promise to do everything in my power to protect people’s health and our state’s air, water, and natural beauty from carbon pollution.
EPA abandons the foundation of greenhouse gas rules
It's the Trump administration's most direct effort yet to rip out climate regulations root and branch.
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February 12, 2026 at 9:03 PM
In North Carolina, we know all too well the effects of climate change. The science is crystal clear, and this EPA decision makes us less safe. I promise to do everything in my power to protect people’s health and our state’s air, water, and natural beauty from carbon pollution.
One of the best ways to support students, businesses, and local economies across the state is to support more high-quality youth apprenticeships. This year, I am committing funds to support more high-quality youth apprenticeships through NC Career Launch.
February 11, 2026 at 3:37 PM
One of the best ways to support students, businesses, and local economies across the state is to support more high-quality youth apprenticeships. This year, I am committing funds to support more high-quality youth apprenticeships through NC Career Launch.
In 2026, we’ve hit the ground running as we keep working to build a safer and stronger North Carolina.
February 10, 2026 at 9:41 PM
In 2026, we’ve hit the ground running as we keep working to build a safer and stronger North Carolina.
We want to keep you updated on the work we are doing to build a safer, stronger North Carolina. Learn more about the work our team is doing in all 100 counties: 100strong.nc.gov
February 10, 2026 at 8:14 PM
We want to keep you updated on the work we are doing to build a safer, stronger North Carolina. Learn more about the work our team is doing in all 100 counties: 100strong.nc.gov
🔋Energy Saver NC is now available in all 100 counties to help families get real money back for upgrading appliances AND lower their utility bills by up to $1,000.
We can build a sustainable energy future and help families cut costs at the same time.
We can build a sustainable energy future and help families cut costs at the same time.
February 10, 2026 at 7:38 PM
🔋Energy Saver NC is now available in all 100 counties to help families get real money back for upgrading appliances AND lower their utility bills by up to $1,000.
We can build a sustainable energy future and help families cut costs at the same time.
We can build a sustainable energy future and help families cut costs at the same time.
North Carolina public school students graduated last school year with more than 383,000 Career and Technical Education credentials.
February 9, 2026 at 7:01 PM
North Carolina public school students graduated last school year with more than 383,000 Career and Technical Education credentials.
Making sure people are prepared to thrive after they get out of prison makes it less likely that they repeat the behaviors that put them in prison in the first place.
February 9, 2026 at 5:06 PM
Making sure people are prepared to thrive after they get out of prison makes it less likely that they repeat the behaviors that put them in prison in the first place.
We have seen a series of heartbreaking tragedies in recent months that are a consequence of people suffering from severe mental health crises. Improving behavioral health care and strengthening public safety are not competing goals. We can and must do better.
Read my op-ed in today's N&O:
Read my op-ed in today's N&O:
Gov. Stein disagrees with his party’s denial of help to swing-voting lawmakers
N.C. Gov. Josh Stein disagrees with a state party move about legislative primaries, though he is getting involved in primaries through his endorsements.
www.newsobserver.com
February 8, 2026 at 6:09 PM
We have seen a series of heartbreaking tragedies in recent months that are a consequence of people suffering from severe mental health crises. Improving behavioral health care and strengthening public safety are not competing goals. We can and must do better.
Read my op-ed in today's N&O:
Read my op-ed in today's N&O:
We have seen a series of heartbreaking tragedies in recent months that are a consequence of people suffering from severe mental health crises. Improving behavioral health care and strengthening public safety are not competing goals. We can and must do better.
February 8, 2026 at 3:24 PM
We have seen a series of heartbreaking tragedies in recent months that are a consequence of people suffering from severe mental health crises. Improving behavioral health care and strengthening public safety are not competing goals. We can and must do better.
Great news for WNC! The US Forest Service and the NC Wildlife Resources Commission partnership will invest $290 million over the next 10 years to help restore the Pisgah and Nantahala national forests after Hurricane Helene. This partnership is an important part of the rebuilding effort.
Forest Service, NC Wildlife Commission sign $290M Hurricane Helene recovery deal
The commission will remove storm debris, repair roads and recreation areas, manage invasive species, restore damaged watersheds and improve wildlife habitat.
www.wect.com
February 7, 2026 at 6:36 PM
Great news for WNC! The US Forest Service and the NC Wildlife Resources Commission partnership will invest $290 million over the next 10 years to help restore the Pisgah and Nantahala national forests after Hurricane Helene. This partnership is an important part of the rebuilding effort.
All of North Carolina is sending well wishes to Duke student Eunice Lee, Queens University alum Mystique Ro, and NC native Kayden Beasley as they compete in the Winter Olympics and Paralympics in Italy.
February 6, 2026 at 10:30 PM
All of North Carolina is sending well wishes to Duke student Eunice Lee, Queens University alum Mystique Ro, and NC native Kayden Beasley as they compete in the Winter Olympics and Paralympics in Italy.
I am directing my administration to help people get the care they need, reduce preventable harm, and make our people safer.
This is how we’ll build a safer and stronger North Carolina. youtu.be/cjcTzWKb2NY
This is how we’ll build a safer and stronger North Carolina. youtu.be/cjcTzWKb2NY
Governor Josh Stein Signs Behavioral Health and Public Safety Executive Order
YouTube video by Governor Josh Stein
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February 6, 2026 at 10:20 PM
I am directing my administration to help people get the care they need, reduce preventable harm, and make our people safer.
This is how we’ll build a safer and stronger North Carolina. youtu.be/cjcTzWKb2NY
This is how we’ll build a safer and stronger North Carolina. youtu.be/cjcTzWKb2NY
North Carolina, today is the last day to register in advance for the March 3 primary election.
Check your voter registration: ncsbe.gov/registering/checking-your-registration
Check your voter registration: ncsbe.gov/registering/checking-your-registration
Checking Your Registration | NCSBE
Use the Voter Search, aka the “voter lookup,” to check your registration status, party affiliation, sample ballot, polling place, election districts, and more.
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February 6, 2026 at 7:21 PM
North Carolina, today is the last day to register in advance for the March 3 primary election.
Check your voter registration: ncsbe.gov/registering/checking-your-registration
Check your voter registration: ncsbe.gov/registering/checking-your-registration
Today I’m signing an executive order to take meaningful steps toward improving how we respond when someone is in crisis by strengthening our behavioral health and public safety systems.
February 5, 2026 at 5:56 PM
Today I’m signing an executive order to take meaningful steps toward improving how we respond when someone is in crisis by strengthening our behavioral health and public safety systems.
Because the Republican Congress refused to extend the subsidies for the Affordable Care Act, 200K fewer North Carolinians signed up for an ACA plan this year. That's the largest drop in enrollees in the country.
February 4, 2026 at 10:23 PM
Because the Republican Congress refused to extend the subsidies for the Affordable Care Act, 200K fewer North Carolinians signed up for an ACA plan this year. That's the largest drop in enrollees in the country.
Small businesses are the backbone of North Carolina, and making sure places like Darnell Farms in Bryson City can reopen their doors is vital western NC’s long-term recovery.
February 4, 2026 at 9:20 PM
Small businesses are the backbone of North Carolina, and making sure places like Darnell Farms in Bryson City can reopen their doors is vital western NC’s long-term recovery.
North Carolina’s economy is strong.
Last quarter, our state’s economic growth ranked in the top 4 in the nation! We have a long history of investing in our future, putting people first, and expanding opportunity. We are not going to stop now.
Last quarter, our state’s economic growth ranked in the top 4 in the nation! We have a long history of investing in our future, putting people first, and expanding opportunity. We are not going to stop now.
February 4, 2026 at 7:49 PM
North Carolina’s economy is strong.
Last quarter, our state’s economic growth ranked in the top 4 in the nation! We have a long history of investing in our future, putting people first, and expanding opportunity. We are not going to stop now.
Last quarter, our state’s economic growth ranked in the top 4 in the nation! We have a long history of investing in our future, putting people first, and expanding opportunity. We are not going to stop now.
The General Assembly needs to prioritize investing in people, investing in public safety, investing in education, and investing in health care rather than giving another tax cut for corporate shareholders who don’t need it.
We need a budget that puts the people of North Carolina first.
We need a budget that puts the people of North Carolina first.
February 4, 2026 at 3:33 PM
The General Assembly needs to prioritize investing in people, investing in public safety, investing in education, and investing in health care rather than giving another tax cut for corporate shareholders who don’t need it.
We need a budget that puts the people of North Carolina first.
We need a budget that puts the people of North Carolina first.
Investing in our kids means investing in North Carolina’s future.
February 3, 2026 at 6:48 PM
Investing in our kids means investing in North Carolina’s future.
Punxsutawney Phil predicted a few more weeks of winter, but we will be prepared no matter what comes.
NCDOT has worked hard to reopen roads across the state, but many secondary roads remain icy. If you do need to be on the roads, please beware of ice and drive carefully.
NCDOT has worked hard to reopen roads across the state, but many secondary roads remain icy. If you do need to be on the roads, please beware of ice and drive carefully.
February 2, 2026 at 6:22 PM
Punxsutawney Phil predicted a few more weeks of winter, but we will be prepared no matter what comes.
NCDOT has worked hard to reopen roads across the state, but many secondary roads remain icy. If you do need to be on the roads, please beware of ice and drive carefully.
NCDOT has worked hard to reopen roads across the state, but many secondary roads remain icy. If you do need to be on the roads, please beware of ice and drive carefully.
After this snowstorm hit all 100 counties, NCDOT crews are working overtime to clear the roads. Freezing temperatures mean melting snow and ice will refreeze over the next few days. Please stay off the roads today and tomorrow if it is not necessary for you to travel.
February 1, 2026 at 10:23 PM
After this snowstorm hit all 100 counties, NCDOT crews are working overtime to clear the roads. Freezing temperatures mean melting snow and ice will refreeze over the next few days. Please stay off the roads today and tomorrow if it is not necessary for you to travel.
On this day in 1960, Ezell Blair Jr., Franklin McCain, Joseph McNeil, and David Richmond, students at North Carolina A&T University, sat down at a segregated lunch counter at Woolworth Department Store in Greensboro and asked to be served. Though they were denied service, they refused to get up.
February 1, 2026 at 10:22 PM
On this day in 1960, Ezell Blair Jr., Franklin McCain, Joseph McNeil, and David Richmond, students at North Carolina A&T University, sat down at a segregated lunch counter at Woolworth Department Store in Greensboro and asked to be served. Though they were denied service, they refused to get up.
Thank you to the NCSHP, NC National Guard, and local law enforcement for keeping us safe during this snowstorm. We are not out of the woods yet. It's going to be bitterly cold this evening across the state.
February 1, 2026 at 6:31 PM
Thank you to the NCSHP, NC National Guard, and local law enforcement for keeping us safe during this snowstorm. We are not out of the woods yet. It's going to be bitterly cold this evening across the state.
North Carolina, please stay off the roads today if you can. We need to keep them clear so road crews can plow the snow and law enforcement can keep folks safe.
February 1, 2026 at 1:45 PM
North Carolina, please stay off the roads today if you can. We need to keep them clear so road crews can plow the snow and law enforcement can keep folks safe.