Under the Dome podcast: What to expect with the General Assembly returning to Raleigh
In this episode of Under the Dome for the week of Jan. 9, 2023, News & Observer politics reporters Dawn Vaughan and Will Doran tell you what to expect as the North Carolina General Assembly comes back for its long session. Plus, hear what’s at play on legislation, maps and 2024 — and their picks for Headliner of the Week.
The state legislature convenes for opening day of its long session on Jan. 11. The day will mostly be ceremonial, with the swearings-in of all 170 lawmakers in the House and Senate. Top leaders are expected to make speeches, and the floor will be crowded with new representatives and senators’ families there for the event.
Vaughan and Doran talk about potential bills on abortion, education and culture war issues — and what makes this upcoming session different.
Plus, how the legislative session agenda factors into the 2024 races for governor and the rest of the Council of State positions, including the potential race between Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson and Attorney General Josh Stein.
Headliners of the Week
Stay tuned to the end for Vaughan and Doran’s picks for Headliner of the Week, which are both related to the federal government and that other Capitol building further north than Raleigh.
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