ECU Medical School Scholars Visit

This week I had the privilege of sponsoring 25 students from the Brody School of Medicine to the General Assembly. They were participating in a program to learn about health policy and advocacy. During their time, I was able to give them a tour of the House floor, talk to them about the importance of advocacy, and give them a little bit of history of the Legislative building. They had meetings with numerous legislators including Speaker Hall. I am always grateful when medical folks come to the General Assembly!

Mitigating Factor/ Pretrial Use of IID (HB 789)

This week I participated in a press conference for HB 789, Mitigating Factor/ Pretrial Use of IID. This bill will establish a mitigating factor for certain persons charged with impaired driving who voluntarily equip their vehicle with an interlock breathalyzer device. This will help prevent drunk driving accidents and allow those charged to take responsibility for their actions. I am pleased to be a sponsor on this important piece of legislation.

House Bill 789 (2025-2026 Session) - North Carolina General Assembly

Honorary Page Visit

This week I had an honorary page, Muralikrishna William Jonnalagadda- Cucksee! MJ was able to sit on meetings, go to committee meetings, and be on the floor during session. During his time here MJ was able to see the legislative process firsthand and was able to learn more about how things work down here at the General Assembly. Thank you, MJ!

NC Chiropractic Association

This week I had the privilege of meeting with the NC Chiropractic Association! During their time here we were able to discuss health care policy for their advocacy day. Thank you, NC Chiropractic Association!

Pediatricians Visit

This week I had the opportunity to meet with a group of pediatricians on the House floor. We were able to discuss health care policy, a couple of health care bills, and the history of the House floor. I am always thankful to meet with healthcare workers and discuss the importance of health care policy!

Pitt County Fun Fact!!

In 1811 the General Assembly authorized commissioners in Pitt County to hold a lottery to raise $2,000 to build a bridge over the Tar River. The law specified that the bridge should not obstruct the passage of fish or boats. The bridge was not constructed until 1823.