AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoState Budget Power Shift: Gov. Josh Stein signed budget changes that move more authority from his administration to Republican lawmakers, including new checks on Cabinet appointments and funding tweaks tied to disaster relief, teacher pipelines, and economic development. Workforce & Enforcement: North Carolina’s Labor Department announced a record $3.7M recovery of unpaid wages, underscoring pressure on employers and the state’s push to crack down on labor violations. Utilities & Costs: Duke Energy rate-hike hearings are back in focus as regulators weigh how much bills could rise, while the companies also urged residents to call 811 before digging amid thousands of reported line-damage incidents. Economic Development: STERIS is set to invest $600M in Sanford, promising 335 jobs, as more manufacturers expand in the state. Local Business & Growth: Silentium Defense opened a U.S. headquarters in Apex, aiming to grow from 10 employees to 50 next year as it serves defense customers. Consumer Watch: BBB Scam Tracker data shows North Carolina remains among the highest in scam reports, with Charlotte and Raleigh leading major metro counts.
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