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EPISODE · Jan 9, 2026 · 34 MIN

NC Risks $48.7M Over CDL Issue; Briner Says State Finances Strong

from The Carolina Journal News Hour on WBT · host WBT

North Carolina could be at risk of losing $48.7 million in federal funding after commercial driver’s licenses were flagged by the federal government, raising concerns about compliance and oversight. Despite that potential setback, a new economic outlook shows North Carolina remains financially strong heading into 2026, with steady growth projections. State Treasurer Brad Briner says the state is on the right track as overall debt levels decline and pension fund performance improves, strengthening long-term fiscal stability.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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North Carolina could be at risk of losing $48.7 million in federal funding after commercial driver’s licenses were flagged by the federal government, raising concerns about compliance and oversight. Despite that potential setback, a new economic...

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