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Ref to the Com on Appropriations, if favorable, Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House2026-05-05

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This bill appropriates $6.1 million in state funds to Forsyth Technical Community College to build a law enforcement driving training center in King, North Carolina. The facility will include a driving pad, roadway, and instructional building to train law enforcement officers in basic and continuing education programs.

Arguments in Favor

• •Supporters argue this investment improves public safety by providing specialized, hands-on training for law enforcement officers in a controlled environment.
• •They contend that a dedicated driving training center reduces risks to officers and the public during training, enhances officer skill and confidence, and supports workforce development in the community college system.

Arguments Against

• •Opponents may question whether $6.1 million is an appropriate use of limited state funds when other priorities exist, or whether existing training facilities could serve the same purpose at lower cost.
• •Some may raise concerns about whether the facility will be used efficiently long-term and whether the partnership structure between Forsyth Tech and Winston-Salem provides adequate accountability for the public investment.