This week, the North Carolina General Assembly overrode Governor Roy Cooper’s vetoes on five significant bills. These newly enacted laws address a variety of issues, including changes to housing laws, electronic notary processes, and rules around small claims courts and evictions.
One of the most debated bills (H.B. 556) prevents local governments from protecting against rent discrimination based on income source, which critics argue will make it harder for low-income families, seniors, and people with disabilities to find affordable rental housing.
Other vetoed bills include regulations on off-road vehicles operating on state highways and updates to state building codes, which could affect electric vehicle infrastructure.