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House concurs on regulatory‑reform conference report after members press DEQ and zoning concerns

North Carolina House of Representatives · January 13, 2026
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Summary

The House concurred with the Senate committee substitute for the Regulatory Reform Act (House Bill 926), advancing provisions on wastewater permitting, municipal power agency contract renewals, SSN verification for licensing boards and a zoning exemption for UNC property; some members warned of public‑health and constitutional risks.

The House on Sept. 23 voted to concur with the Senate committee substitute for the Regulatory Reform Act (House Bill 926), an annual omnibus bill that includes provisions on municipal power contracts, wastewater permitting, and occupational licensing.

Representative Riddell, lead floor sponsor, summarized new sections added in the conference report: a change allowing…

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