‘Election Day gimmick’? As NC lawmakers eye gas tax cut, Stein questions timing

By: Clayton Henkel

Outlets: North Carolina Newsline

Published: October 6, 2026

Words: 463

Last Updated: 1 week, 4 days ago

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State lawmakers return to Raleigh Wednesday for a special session to address high gas and diesel prices.

It’s unusual for legislators to summon themselves back to Raleigh so close to an upcoming election. So it was surprising to many when House Speaker Destin Hall and Senate Leader Phil Berger announced the session on social media Saturday. They offered few specifics, only calling for “real relief” for families.

Gov. Josh Stein said Tuesday that, while he’s …

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