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Ref to the Com on Appropriations, if favorable, Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House2025-04-01

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Plain Language Summary

This bill appropriates $2.6 million for fiscal year 2025-2026 and $5.2 million for fiscal year 2026-2027 to give North Carolina Forest Service employees a 7.5% salary increase in each year, beginning July 1, 2025.

Arguments in Favor

• •Supporters argue that Forest Service employees deserve competitive wages to attract and retain skilled workers in important roles managing North Carolina's forests and preventing wildfires.
• •They contend that pay increases help address employee recruitment challenges and recognize the value of public servants who perform essential environmental and safety work for the state.

Arguments Against

• •Opponents may argue that the state should prioritize other budget needs or that the 7.5% increase twice in two years is costly when the state faces competing financial pressures.
• •They might also question whether this targeted increase is fair compared to salary needs across other state agencies and departments.