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Rep. Chris Humphrey: March Legislative Update

As we transition into the spring, I want to express my sincere gratitude for your continued support and engagement. We remain steadfast in our commitment to serving the wonderful communities of Lenoir, Jones, and Greene counties. In this edition of our newsletter, you'll find updates and insights on our recent efforts and initiatives, both in Raleigh and at home in ENC. Your feedback and involvement are invaluable to us, so please share this email with your friends & neighbors -- and feel free to reply if you have any questions or comments.

Rep. Chris Humphrey: The Hwy 58 Connector Legislative Update

We've had a highly productive month preparing for the 2024 Legislative Short Session and actively serving our constituents in Lenoir, Jones, and Greene counties. Please take a few minutes to read the latest edition of our newsletter for highlights on some of the things we've been doing to make our community the best place to live, work, and raise a family. Thank you for your continued prayers and support.

Linda Rouse Sutton seeks re-election, highlights accomplishments and plans for Lenoir County

Linda Rouse Sutton, a familiar name in Lenoir County politics, is seeking re-election to the County Commissioners board, emphasizing her dedication to community service and a vision for continued progress. Raised on a family farm in Lenoir County, Sutton's upbringing instilled in her the values of giving back and perseverance, which have guided her throughout her career in public service.

Cooper announces grant to InfinityLink Communications for HQ relocation to Lenoir County

Governor Roy Cooper announced today that InfinityLink Communications, a Wired Telecommunications Carrier, has been awarded a grant from the State's Building Reuse Program. Earlier in the day, the North Carolina Rural Infrastructure Authority (RIA) granted Lenoir County's request for $450,000 to support relocating InfinityLink Communications' headquarters to a facility within the Highway 70 West Industrial Park.

Murphy introduces legislation to eliminate IRA "Pill Penalty" and support small molecule drug innovation

Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. introduced the Ensuring Pathways to Innovative Cures (EPIC) Act alongside Congressmen Don Davis (D-NC) and Energy and Commerce Health Subcommittee Chairman Brett Guthrie (R-KY). This legislation fixes the Inflation Reduction Act's small molecule “pill penalty,” to ensure continued R&D investments into small molecule medicines.