Governor Roy Cooper Proposes $34.5 Billion State Budget
Cooper's Recommended Plan for FY 2024-2025
Governor Roy Cooper has released his recommended budget for Fiscal Year 2024-2025, totaling $34.5 billion.
Key Highlights
The budget proposal, titled "Securing North Carolina's Future," includes significant investments in education, healthcare, and infrastructure. Some of the key highlights include:
- Increased funding for teacher salaries and other education initiatives
- Expanded Medicaid access and coverage
- Major investments in roads, bridges, and broadband
Governor Cooper emphasized the importance of this budget, saying, "We have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to make investments that will secure North Carolina's future for our children and grandchildren."
Next Steps
The budget proposal will now be considered by the North Carolina General Assembly. The General Assembly will have the opportunity to amend the budget before voting on its approval.
Governor Cooper's recommended budget represents his vision for the future of North Carolina. It remains to be seen whether the General Assembly will support his proposals, but the budget debate will undoubtedly shape the state's priorities for years to come.
Comments