Republicans vote to strip Cooper of appointment powers on key boards and commissions

Senate Bill 512 changes the way members are appointed onto several boards and commissions by reducing the influence of the state's Democratic governor and giving more power to Republican lawmakers.

Aug 17, 2023

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North Carolina state Rep. Destin Hall, a Republican who represents Caldwell and Watauga counties, attends a committee hearing on Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2023.

A controversial bill reducing Gov. Roy Cooper’s influence on key state commissions cleared the House and Senate on Wednesday and will soon be sent to the governor.

Cooper will have 10 days to veto the b…

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