Unpacking the Senate’s Budget Proposal: Key Highlights and Reactions

This week's episode of the SEANC View Podcast discusses the newly released Senate budget proposal and its implications for state employees and retirees in North Carolina. The discussion covers proposed salary raises, bonuses, and the omission of retirees.

The episode also delves into the budget proposal establishing the Division of Accountability, Value, and Efficiency within the State Auditor's Office, and the implications of eliminating vacant state jobs. Our hosts express concerns about the efficiency of these measures amidst a backdrop of economic uncertainty.

Additionally, the team explores the bipartisan reactions on social media, especially concerning the inclusion of cryptocurrency investments in the pension fund budget.