Federation presents comments on GenX response to General Assembly
Earlier this year, news reports revealed that GenX, a key ingredient in Teflon linked to cancer and a host of other ailments, had been found in the drinking water system…
Legislators revise districts, pass legislation to address GenX, approve plastic bag ban
The North Carolina General Assembly officially “adjourned” its 2017 session in June. But since that adjournment, lawmakers have been back at work in Raleigh twice — and have made plans…
Gov. Cooper speaks at Pelican Awards
Gov. Roy Cooper spoke at the North Carolina Coastal Federation’s 2017 Pelican Awards and 35th Anniversary Soundside Soiree Aug. 5, where he called on the state to recommit to protecting…
2017: A good year for the coast at the legislature
Good news — the just approved state budget makes important new investments in oysters, coastal restoration and marine debris cleanup. When combined with existing state funding, the $23 billion budget…
Budget update — oysters and crab pots
Late last week, the state House approved its version of the $23 billion state budget by a vote of 80-31. Now the House and the Senate go to what they…
How to contact Gov. Cooper about protecting the coast from oil drilling
As you’ve likely read or heard about from our action alert, President Trump signed an executive order last week that aims to expand offshore drilling off our coast. The North…
Keeping the momentum on oysters going in the General Assembly
We had an informative and productive time at the Sound Economic Development: Creating a Rising Economic Tide for the North Carolina Coast summit in March. It was a great opportunity to…
Gov. Cooper’s proposed budget includes oyster, crab pot investments
The North Carolina Coastal Federation’s efforts to expand investment in the state’s oyster industry are picking up speed in Raleigh. Recently, Gov. Roy Cooper released his proposed budget for the…
Environmental department heads, General Assembly committees selected
Some of the most important decisions a new governor and legislative leaders make concern who they select to run state agencies and legislative committees. That is especially true when it…
Statement on appointment of Rep. Susi Hamilton
Gov. Roy Cooper announced Thursday that he was appointing Rep. Susi Hamilton of Wilmington as secretary of the North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources. He also appointed Reid Wilson,…
Introducing the Coastal Federation’s Raleigh Report
In a new, monthly email update, we are offering a way to hear about the federation’s policy work and get the inside scoop on the North Carolina General Assembly. The…
Legislators return to Raleigh Dec. 13 for Matthew recovery funding
The North Carolina General Assembly is scheduled to hold a special session beginning Dec. 13 to supplement federal disaster aid aimed at helping the state recover from Hurricane Matthew. Matthew…
State budget funds oyster restoration, crab pot cleanup
Both coastal conservationists and shellfish growers agree that the new state budget makes important new investments in the state’s oyster industry. North Carolina Coastal Federation staff members learned Monday night…