While I have retired from the NC Senate, I have not retired from my love of Lenoir County. I have been thinking about our local elections for months, and I decided to support a group of candidates that covers a range of political backgrounds.
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New Bern Alderman nominated to fill unexpired NC Senate term
On July 23rd, 2024, New Bern Alderman Bob Brinson was nominated by the Republican 2nd Senatorial District Committee to serve the remainder of North Carolina Senator Jim Perry’s unexpired term. Senator Perry resigned his position on July 1st, 2024.
"Bureaucratic tyranny of the minority" challenged: Pink Hill's vote stands on mixed beverage referendum
PINK HILL - A recent legislative change has validated the mixed beverage referendum held in Pink Hill during the November 2022 election. Initially declared invalid due to the town not meeting the required 300 registered voters, the town had only 281, the will of the people is now upheld. Senate Bill 527, signed by Governor Roy Cooper on Monday, lowers the requirement to 200 registered voters and retroactively took effect on November 1, 2022.
Community celebrates Jim Perry Aviation Center for Excellence groundbreaking
Community leaders, educators, and supporters gathered for the groundbreaking ceremony of Lenoir Community College’s Aviation Center for Excellence on Tuesday. The event marked a significant milestone in the college's efforts to advance education and innovation in the aviation industry.
Sen. Jim Perry: June Perry Report
This past month at the General Assembly has been both busy and productive, and we have some important updates to share with you.
Perry Report: Updates from Senator Jim Perry
I hope you and your family are doing well. We're gearing up for the 2024 Short Session that begins later this month -- wrapping up with interim committee meetings and continuing to conduct legislative research, casework, and constituent communications.
Breaking News: Senator Jim Perry will not seek re-election
NC Senator Jim Perry is not among the names listed for the 2024 election according to the candidate list maintained by the North Carolina Board of Elections. Currently, there are two names running for NC State Senate District 03.
LCC Receives State Funds for Capital Projects
Representative Chris Humphrey and Senator Jim Perry joined together to allocate state funding for Lenoir Community College capital projects. Rep. Humphrey presented a check for $11,000,000 to LCC President Dr. Rusty Hunt. Pictured left to right: Cale Grady, chair of the LCC Foundation Board of Directors; Dr. Rusty Hunt, president of LCC; Randy Smith, chair of the LCC Board of Trustees; and Representative Chris Humphrey.
Perry seeks return to NC Senate
On Monday, Senator Jim Perry (R-Lenoir, Craven, Beaufort) announced that he will seek a third full term in the North Carolina Senate.
State leaders secure funding for La Grange Arts Council Renovation Project
LA GRANGE, N.C. — Representative Chris Humphrey and Senator Jim Perry joined forces to allocate state funding for the much-anticipated renovation project at the La Grange Arts Council. The announcement was made earlier this week during a ceremonial check presentation attended by Arts Council members, Maxine Cooper, Carol Murphy, Judy Poteat, Rhonda Monsees, and Penny Dawson.
Perry awarded 'Jobs Champion' designation from NC Chamber
The North Carolina Chamber named state Senator Jim Perry (R – Lenoir, Craven, Beaufort) a ‘Jobs Champion’ in its 2023 How They Voted report. This annual report details state legislators’ voting records on bills identified as critical to preserving and enhancing North Carolina’s position in the global race for jobs.
State budget passes, Humphrey & Perry secure funding for local projects
On Thursday, the North Carolina General Assembly ratified the 2023 State Budget (HB 259), which passed 70-40 in the House and 29-19 in the Senate.
The Perry Report: Back to School, Veto Overrides, & More
We hope you all had a relaxing Labor Day weekend! As August ends and September begins, we look forward to cooler weather and the changing color of leaves. There’s something special about experiencing the seasons in Eastern North Carolina.
Perry Report: Voter ID Forms, Budget Update, & More
As summer winds down, students are going back to school and legislators are getting back to business by overriding more of the Governor's vetoes and finishing up with the State Budget process. Over the last few weeks, we've been working behind-the-scenes to negotiate and build consensus with our colleagues in the NC House — and we are very close to a final product (more information follows below).
Perry Report: Veto overrides, state budget update, & more
Many of you have seen me use the term "Long Session," this year. In North Carolina, our state legislature operates on a two-year period known as a "biennium," with Long Session taking place on the odd numbered years and Short Session for the even numbered years.