Legislative Updates

Why Extraterritorial Jurisdiction Still Matters

More than a century ago, the North Carolina General Assembly granted the City of Greensboro the authority to impose sanitary regulations up to a mile beyond the city limits...Read more

Listening Sessions Foster Consensus Legislative Goals

Legislative Policy Development

The League’s legislative listening sessions offer a place where elected officials and key community leaders share stories and insights to identify community challenges. These discussions shape legislative goals, ensuring that the diverse needs of North Carolina municipalities are effectively represented to lawmakers...Read More

Legislative Policy Committee Kicks Off Goals Process

NCLM's legislative policy process is gearing up as its 65-member committee collects input to set goals for the next biennium, addressing key issues like local infrastructure, funding, and staffing challenges...Read More

On PFAS, Will Polluter Pay?

As new EPA rules on PFAS regulation emerge, North Carolina debates who should bear cleanup costs. NCLM urges Congress for liability protection and funding, as state legislation targets PFAS manufacturers for remediation costs...Read More