In an email to all members of the North Carolina House this morning, House Speaker Thom Tillis (R-Mecklenburg) announced that no votes will be taken during the session scheduled for next Thursday, February 16.
After conferring with Rep. Joe Hackney, the House Minority Leader, Tillis informed the members that the only matters that will be taken up will be unrecorded votes to adopt the House Journal and adjournment. He noted that members who have no need to be in Raleigh …

Rep. David Lewis (R-Harnett), Co-Chairman of the Joint Redistricting Committee, released the following statement today regarding the ruling issued today by a three-judge panel on redistricting:
“We are glad that today the court unanimously recognized that many of these claims were completely without merit. The court has indicated that we will now move on to the ‘evidence phase’ of the proceedings, where we are confident that the facts will demonstrate that the legislature’s maps clearly complied with the Voting Rights …

House Speaker Thom Tillis (R-Mecklenburg) released the following statement today regarding Governor Bev Perdue’s decision to not seek re-election:
“Governor Perdue has had a long and dedicated career in public service in North Carolina. All too often, the sacrifices of public officials go unnoted, so I acknowledge her hard work and her years of service to the state. Whether we agree with her politics or not, we all should respect her for her commitment to North Carolina over these many …

House Speaker Thom Tillis (R-Mecklenburg) released the following statement today regarding a potential debate with Governor Bev Perdue & Senate President Pro-Tem Phil Berger:
“I would be more than happy to join Sen. Berger in a public debate with Governor Perdue over her proposal to raise the sales tax, which would take more than $800 million out of the pockets of North Carolinians.  Governor Perdue believes that government should demand that our citizens pay more for basic necessities instead of …

Rep. David Lewis (R-Harnett), Co-Chairman of the Joint Redistricting Committee, released the following statement today regarding a court decision not to delay North Carolina’s primary elections.  A unanimous three-judge court today denied a motion to delay elections under the legislature’s new redistricting plans, clearly stating that “the court declines to delay the forthcoming elections.”
“Today’s decision means that North Carolina voters and candidates have certainty over the 2012 elections.  While litigation regarding redistricting will continue to be handled by the …

House Speaker Thom Tillis (R-Mecklenburg) issued the following statement today regarding Gov. Bev Perdue’s proposal to raise $750 million in new taxes:
“Governor Perdue continues to show that she is out of touch with North Carolinians and lacks a basic understanding of our economy.  Her proposal, which would raise the state portion of the sales tax by an estimated 15%, would make it harder for working families to purchase prepared food, clothing, medical supplies and other basic necessities to support …

The Board of Trustees of the Teachers’ and State Employees’ Retirement System adopted a resolution today praising the General Assembly for fully funding the state’s retirement system in the current budget. The resolution, signed by North Carolina Treasurer and Chair of the Board of Trustees Janet Cowell, expressed “deep appreciation and gratitude to the General Assembly…in securing the advancement of the retirement system.”
“The positive results discussed in this resolution were made possible by focused lawmakers and responsible budgeting in …

House Speaker Thom Tillis (R-Mecklenburg) released the following statement today concerning Governor Perdue’s appointment of Rep. David Guice as Director of Community Corrections for the new Department of Public Safety:
“It has been an honor to serve with Rep. David Guice. He has established a record as one of most productive and hardest-working members of the General Assembly. He is a man of integrity, and his leadership will be missed in the House. Given his expertise and his background, it …

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
December 14, 2011
Tillis Statement on Governor’s Veto of Senate Bill 9
Raleigh – House Speaker Thom Tillis (R-Mecklenburg) released the following statement today concerning Governor Perdue’s veto of Senate Bill 9, titled “No Discriminatory Purpose in Death Penalty.”
“I am disappointed in yet another decision by Governor Perdue to put politics ahead of principle. By vetoing this bill, the Governor has turned her back on the families of victims across this state and a vast majority …

House Speaker Thom Tillis (R-Mecklenburg) released the following statement today concerning Rep. Larry Womble (D-Forsyth). Rep. Womble is in critical condition following a car accident late Friday evening:
“My thoughts and prayers are with Rep. Womble and his family following this tragic accident. I am closely monitoring the situation, and will continue to do so. I know I speak for the other members of the General Assembly in saying that we will support Rep. Womble and his family in any …