Josh Stein

YouTube video by Governor Josh Stein Celebrating North Carolina's Black Farmers

Black History Month is an opportunity for us to reflect and to recommit to building a brighter future together. youtu.be/Z5oju01aI-4

I’m proud of the progress we are making at the DMV, but we know we are not done. We still have plenty of work to do to ensure North Carolinians have a fast and easy experience at the DMV. Let’s keep NC moving!

Last April, the average wait time at the DMV was almost 3 hours. We’ve reduced wait times by more than 75% -- we’ve gotten it down to less than 40 minutes.

📢More rural jobs are coming to North Carolina!📢

We’re investing $43 million to strengthen infrastructure to make our rural communities more competitive and give people opportunities to have great jobs close to home.

Voting is the fundamental right that underpins all other rights in our democracy. Today Anna and I made our voices heard at the ballot box, and we hope you’ll make a plan to vote on or before the March 3 primary. Early voting ends February 28.

Healing Rural N.C., One Doctor At a Time There aren't enough physicians to treat the nearly 3 million people who live in rural communities. Can this program help?

The Rural Health Transformation Program will allow North Carolina to give more people in rural areas access to life-saving health care. Let’s put these dollars to work for our people.

As Governors, we all want the best for our people. It is a privilege to co-chair the Council of Governors with Gov. McMaster, and I look forward to continuing to work with my fellow Governors across the country to keep people safe.

Supreme Court strikes down Trump’s sweeping tariffs, upending central plank of his economic agenda President Donald Trump says he's imposing a temporary global tariff of 10% after his far-reaching tariff regimen was struck down by the Supreme Court.

The President’s tariffs have created chaos. Getting off the rollercoaster ride is good for North Carolina farmers, businesses, and families. Folks are already struggling with the cost of living, so let’s keep working to lower costs, create economic stability, and generate growth.

I'll continue fighting to keep energy costs low for North Carolina families.

Chaotic rush leads to USA gold in hockey. Amazing. I can’t say enough about Connor Hellebuyck’s goaltending. 🥇🇺🇸

During early voting, you can go to any early voting site in your county to vote, and if you are not registered, you can register and vote on the same day. Make your plan to vote on or before March 3. Early voting in this primary election ends February 28.

Find your early voting location:

Sugar Mountain is NC’s largest winter resort – a great mountain for beginner and expert skiers alike – and the state’s only double black diamond slope. Have a great time while supporting WNC’s economy. You won’t regret it.

EPA abandons the foundation of greenhouse gas rules It's the Trump administration's most direct effort yet to rip out climate regulations root and branch.

In North Carolina, we know all too well the effects of climate change. The science is crystal clear, and this EPA decision makes us less safe. I promise to do everything in my power to protect people’s health and our state’s air, water, and natural beauty from carbon pollution.

Back in the 1970s, I was one of the more than 1 million first-time skiers taught at Appalachian Ski Mountain’s French-Swiss Ski College. It is great to be back. Anna and I look forward to spending the weekend enjoying NC’s winter wonderland.

Yes, WNC is open for business!

Vote Early in Person | NCSBE Learn about voting in person during the early voting period in North Carolina.

North Carolina, in-person early voting has begun. Make your plan to vote early by February 28 or on Primary Election Day on March 3: www.ncsbe.gov/voting/vote-early-person

In 2026, we’ve hit the ground running as we keep working to build a safer and stronger North Carolina.

Gov. Stein disagrees with his party’s denial of help to swing-voting lawmakers N.C. Gov. Josh Stein disagrees with a state party move about legislative primaries, though he is getting involved in primaries through his endorsements.

We have seen a series of heartbreaking tragedies in recent months that are a consequence of people suffering from severe mental health crises. Improving behavioral health care and strengthening public safety are not competing goals. We can and must do better.

Read my op-ed in today's N&O:

North Carolina’s first lady takes on rehabilitation and reentry Anna Stein is using her role to spotlight rehabilitation and strengthen support for people leaving incarceration.

It’s going to take all of us to build a safer, stronger North Carolina, and I’m proud of the First Lady's work focusing on NC’s reentry and rehabilitation efforts. www.northcarolinahealthnews.org/2026/01/29/n...

NC high school students again earn record number of career credentials WRAL reported earlier this year that North Carolina lawmakers, companies and education leaders have made significant pushes to increase students' access to college coursework and career training.

We must continue to invest in programs that will prepare our kids to leave school with the skills and knowledge they need to get a good job that supports their family – whether they go to a four-year college or not.
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🔋Energy Saver NC is now available in all 100 counties to help families get real money back for upgrading appliances AND lower their utility bills by up to $1,000.

We can build a sustainable energy future and help families cut costs at the same time.

Completely impressed by the number of people who will run in the bitter cold to enjoy a dozen Krispy Kreme donuts and then keep running!🏃‍♂️ 🍩

Checking Your Registration | NCSBE Use the Voter Search, aka the “voter lookup,” to check your registration status, party affiliation, sample ballot, polling place, election districts, and more.

North Carolina, today is the last day to register in advance for the March 3 primary election.

Check your voter registration: ncsbe.gov/registering/checking-your-registration

North Carolina, we are not out of the woods yet. Stay warm, stay safe, and, most importantly, please stay off the roads.

No matter your faith or where you call home, we all have a role to play in bringing about peace. The monks’ journey and our state’s reception are an inspiration.

I am pleased they reached Raleigh safely, and we wish them continued safety and health as they continue their walk to Washington, D.C.

Even in these divided times, their message of peace goes beyond faith or politics. We can all make a difference in our communities.

I am grateful to the public servants across the state who are working around the clock to prepare North Carolina for this winter storm and keep us all safe.

Prep your emergency kit – including enough water, non-perishable food, and medication for every person and pet in your home for 3 to 5 days without any power.
Check on your friends, neighbors, and loved ones.

Starting Saturday, only get on the roads if necessary.

As we prepare for winter weather across the state this weekend:

Follow your local media, the National Weather Service, and your local emergency management agency.
Keep all of your electronic devices charged.
Layer up and stay warm.

YouTube video by Governor Josh Stein 2026 North Carolina State Employees MLK Service

If you can’t fly, run. If you can’t run, walk. If you can’t walk, crawl; but by all means, keep moving. youtu.be/1iYrFL7QVO8

It was an honor to be at this year's annual MLK Breakfast in Rocky Mount.

Dr. King said, “We must walk on in the days ahead with an audacious faith in the future.” An audacious faith drives me as Governor, just as it drives so many of you who’re committed to creating a better world.