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New GenX Update & What It Means For YOU
The EPA has issued Lifetime Drinking Water Health Advisories for Four PFAS chemicals. Health advisories provide technical information that federal, state, and local officials can use to inform the development of monitoring plans, investments in treatment solutions, and future policies to protect the public from PFAS exposure. These are guidelines, not an enforceable standard. In regards to GenX, the EPA …
DAQ Settlement Requires Chemours To Further Limit GenX Emissions And Conduct Additional Testing
RALEIGH – As part of a settlement signed today with the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality’s Division of Air Quality (DAQ), Chemours has agreed to further limit GenX emissions, conduct additional testing and pay the penalty assessed last year by DAQ. The agreement will require Chemours to reduce GenX emissions from the Carbon Adsorber Unit in the Vinyl Ethers …
Senator deViere’s Statement on Free the Smiles Veto Override Vote
OFFICIAL STATEMENT The Office of Senator Kirk deViere | Senate District 19 – Cumberland County The North Carolina General Assembly Contact: Nathaniel Jacobs | Nathaniel.Jacobs@ncleg.gov March 9, 2022 RALEIGH, N.C. – Following the Senate’s vote on SB173 Free the Smiles Act, Senator deViere issued the following statement: “I have consistently fought for the people of my community and what’s right for parents, …
DEQ Directs Chemours to Expand its Interim Sampling and Drinking Water Plan
After a comprehensive review, the Department of Environmental Quality has sent a letter today directing Chemours to expand the scope and detail of its proposed interim sampling and drinking water plan for New Hanover, Brunswick, Columbus, and Pender counties. “The interim plan is insufficient and does not include the necessary steps to adequately determine the extent of Chemours’ contamination in the downstream …
Streamflow Rehabilitation Assistance Program
A total of $38 million is now available for a new program in North Carolina that aims to reduce flooding across the state’s waterways. The NC General Assembly approved the money in the budget appropriations bill for the 2021-2022 and 2022-2023 fiscal years, creating the Streamflow Rehabilitation Assistance Program (StRAP). It allocates money for projects that protect and restore the integrity of …
NC Chamber Recognizes Senator deViere as a 2021 Job Champion
PRESS RELEASE The Office of Senator Kirk deViere The North Carolina Senate – District 19 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Nathaniel Jacobs | deVierela@ncleg.gov December 29, 2021 RALEIGH, N.C. – The NC Chamber named Senator Kirk deViere a 2021 Jobs Champion in its annual How They Voted report. How They Voted details state legislators’ voting records on bills identified as …
December 24th Legislative Update
Merry Christmas from the deVieres! One of the best parts of the holiday season is spending time with family and the special people in your life. And as we look forward to the New Year, let’s resolve to recommit ourselves to the values we share and the principles that guide us. – Merry Christmas from Kirk, Jenny & Grey Legislative …
North Carolina Land and Water Fund
The North Carolina Land and Water Fund (NCLWF) has conserved well over one-half million acres and protected or restored 3,000 miles of streams and river. The North Carolina Land and Water Fund has one grant cycle per year. This appropriation is made available with funding allocated in the North Carolina State Budget. The application form to apply is now available. …
Business Recovery Grant Program
The North Carolina Business Recovery Program is a grant opportunity for eligible North Carolina businesses that experienced significant economic loss due to COVID-19. The Program was established in the North Carolina State Budget that was signed by Governor Cooper on November 18, 2021. There are two types of grants available: Hospitality Grant This opportunity is available to arts, entertainment, …
Budget Highlights & Community Highlights
Core Budget Highlights Increases teacher pay by 5% over the next two years and provides $2,800 in bonus and an additional 1.7% average increase as part of a low wealth teacher supplement. Increases pay for non-certified school personnel to $15 per hour. 5% bonus over 2 years for our state retirees Increases pay by 5% for state employers, university and …
The North Carolina State Budget
North Carolina has a budget! Governor Cooper signed it into law on Thursday, November 18th. This is a bi-partisan, compromise budget that invests over 52.9 billion dollars over the next two years. I am proud of the work I was able to do by being at the table for the final budget discussion. The budget provides funding for high-speed internet, …
Senator deViere’s Statement on the State Budget Vote
OFFICIAL STATEMENT The Office of Senator Kirk deViere | Senate District 19 – Cumberland County The North Carolina General Assembly Contact: Nathaniel Jacobs | Nathaniel.Jacobs@ncleg.gov November 16, 2021 Senator deViere’s Statement on the State Budget Vote RALEIGH, N.C. – Today, I cast a yes vote for the state’s budget. This is a bi-partisan, compromise budget that invests over 52.9 billion dollars …
DEQ expands actions required by Chemours to address GenX/PFAS contamination
The following is from a press release by the NC Department of Environmental Quality The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is taking two actions requiring Chemours to address GenX and PFAS contamination originating from the Fayetteville Works Facility and affecting private well owners. First, Chemours must assess the extent of contamination in downstream communities to include well sampling …
October 29 Legislative Update
Legislative Highlights Update on Legislature and Budget Process: Senator deViere is a member of the conference committee for SB105. Senator deViere continues to work with colleagues in both chambers and on both sides of the aisle to craft a budget that works for North Carolina. Budget negotiations are still on going and leaders are working to reach a budget compromise. …
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Announces PFAS Strategic Roadmap
PRESS RELEASE The Office of Senator Kirk deViere The North Carolina Senate – District 19 (Cumberland County) FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Nathaniel Jacobs | deVierela@ncleg.gov October 18, 2021 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Announces PFAS Strategic Roadmap RALEIGH, N.C. – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Michael S. Regan announced the agency’s comprehensive Strategic Roadmap to confront PFAS contamination nationwide. …
October 15 Legislative Update
Legislative Highlights Update on Legislature and Budget Process: Senator deViere is a member of the conference committee for SB105. Senator deViere continues to work with colleagues in both chambers and on both sides of the aisle to craft a budget that works for North Carolina. You can view the details of the committee here. HB951 Governor Roy Cooper signed into law HB 951 …
September 17 Legislative Update
Legislative Highlights Update on Legislature and Budget Process: This week the Senate did not have any votes as redistricting meetings are taking place across the state and budget negotiations are ongoing. Senator deViere was appointed to be a negotiator and member of the conference committee for the budget SB105 2021 Appropriations Act. He has been working for a budget that …
FSU Student Town Hall
The Office of Senator Kirk deViere is hosting a town hall for students at Fayetteville State University on Thursday Sept 23 from 3:00-4:30pm. This will be a rolling event, please feel free to drop by the Student Center as available between 3-4:30pm. Senator deViere will be standing by to meet with constituents during this time. This town hall is an …
September 3 Legislative Update
Legislative Highlights Update on Legislature and Budget Process: This week the Senate is slowing down as we are waiting on the budget to move forward. The budget (SB105 2021 Appropriations Act) passed the House on August 12 but was not concurred on by the Senate. Currently, the House and Senate chambers have appointed budget negotiators that formed a conference committee …
DEQ Division of Air Quality Issues Notice of Violation to Chemours
The following is a press release from the NC Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ): The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality’s Division of Air Quality (DAQ) is undertaking an enforcement action against Chemours for exceeding the facility wide GenX annual air emissions limit. Under the stringent emissions requirements in the facility’s air permit, Chemours must demonstrate compliance with the GenX emission …
NC Senate Passes 3 Criminal Justice Bills
Yesterday, the NC Senate passed three pieces of criminal justice reform legislation that I was proud to vote in-favor of: SB207 Various Raise the Age Changes/JJAC Recs. SB207 raises the age of juvenile delinquency and implements the recommendations from the NC Department of Public Safety’s Juvenile Jurisdiction Advisory Committee (JJAC). SB300 Criminal Justice Reform. SB300 is an omnibus bill that …
August 20 Legislative Update
Legislative Highlights Update on Legislature and Budget Process: This week the Senate had a full week of committee meetings and voting sessions. The budget (SB105 2021 Appropriations Act) passed the House on August 12 but was not concurred on by the Senate. This means the House and Senate chambers will appoint budget negotiators and meet in a conference committee. Senator …
August 6 Legislative Update
Legislative Highlights Update on Legislature and Budget Process: This week the Senate had a full week of committee meetings and several short voting sessions. The budget (SB105 2021 Appropriations Act) passed the Senate on June 25 and is currently being heard in committees in the House of Representatives. If passed, the bill will return to the Senate for another round …
July 23 Legislative Update
Legislative Highlights Update on Legislature and Budget Process: This week the Senate had a full week of committee meetings and several short voting sessions. The budget (SB105 2021 Appropriations Act) passed the Senate on June 25 and is currently being heard in committees in the House of Representatives. If passed, the bill will return to the Senate for another round …
July 9 Legislative Update
Legislative Highlights Update on Legislature and Budget Process: This week the General Assembly was off for a brief break for the Independence Day weekend and the following week. The budget (SB105 2021 Appropriations Act) passed the Senate on June 25 and is currently being heard in committees in the House of Representatives. If passed, the bill will return to the …
June 25 Legislative Update
Legislative Highlights Statement on the Senate’s Budget Vote: This week, the State Senate passed legislation in the first step of a long budget process. I voted in support of this budget. This budget is not perfect and I am hopeful that we will work together to get a final budget that both Democrats and Republicans can agree on and one …
Black Business Forum: Scaling NC’s Underestimated Entrepreneurs Post-COVID
Many of North Carolina’s black-owned businesses closed at the start of the pandemic, and a disproportionate number of these businesses never reopened. Strong financial and advisory resources can help more businesses reopen to be stronger than ever. The Black Business Forum provides an opportunity to participate in a valuable exchange of ideas and resources to help your business thrive in …
June 11 Legislative Update
Legislative Update The North Carolina General Assembly is currently in the long session. All Senate bills for the session are now filed. Click here to view Senator deViere’s legislative profile. Click here for all introduced or sponsored bills. Click here to view voting record. Click here to view committees. The Office of Senator Kirk deViere will remain open to assist …
NCDOT Seeks More Participation by Small, Disadvantaged Businesses; To Host Workshop in Fayetteville
The N.C. Department of Transportation is encouraging disadvantaged businesses to compete for state transportation contracts and will host a workshop in Fayetteville later this month. Starting in June, NCDOT’s Division of Highways in partnership with its Office of Civil Rights will host in-person, outreach events in all 14 highway divisions to educate disadvantaged business owners, or DBEs, about how to …
May 28 Legislative Update
Legislative Update: The North Carolina General Assembly is currently in the long session. All Senate bills for the session are now filed. Click here to view Senator deViere’s legislative profile. Click here for all introduced or sponsored bills. Click here to view voting record. Click here to view committees. The Office of Senator Kirk deViere will remain open to assist …
Legislative Newsletter May 14
NC Relaxes Mask Mandate & Eases Mass Gathering Limits Today, Governor Roy Cooper and North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Mandy K. Cohen, M.D. shared an update on the state’s COVID-19 progress. Throughout the pandemic, state officials have taken a data-driven approach and have been guided by the science in making decisions. Following yesterday’s guidance from the …
Legislative Newsletter April 30, 2021
Legislative Update The North Carolina General Assembly is currently in the long session. All Senate bills for the session are now filed. Over the next few weeks Senator deViere will highlight and go into further detail on key sponsored legislation. Click here to view Senator deViere’s legislative profile. Click here for all introduced or sponsored bills. Click here to view …
Legislative Newsletter – April 16, 2021
Legislative Update: The North Carolina General Assembly is currently in the long session. All Senate bills for the session are now filed. Over the next few weeks Senator deViere will highlight and go into further detail on key sponsored legislation. Click here to view Senator deViere’s legislative profile. Click here for all introduced or sponsored bills. Click here to …
News: Gov. Cooper Announces Frontline Essential Workers Eligible for Vaccination Beginning March 3
COVID-19: Key Metrics Increasing Rapidly, NC to Begin Modified Stay at Home Order to Slow COVID-19 Spread
PFAS/GenX Update: Attorney General Josh Stein Takes Legal Action Against Chemours & DuPont Over PFAS Pollution
Legal Assistance Available for ReBuildNC Applications from Hurricane Florence/Matthew Recovery
RELEASE: Senator Kirk deViere Recognized as an Environmental Rising Star
CONTACT: Grayson Barnette – devierela@ncleg.net Senator Kirk deViere Recognized as an Environmental Rising Star North Carolina League of Conservation Voters Acknowledge Environmental Issues Work RALEIGH, N.C. – The North Carolina League of Conservation Voters board recognized Senator Kirk deViere as a recipient of the “Rising Star” award that will be issued at the 2020 Green Tie Awards on October 7, …
COVID-19 Update: $40m in Small Business Relief, Large Outdoor Venue Capacity Update, New Contract Tracing Mobile App
REMINDER: DEQ Seeking Feedback on Chemours Consent Order Addendum Through Thursday Sept 17
RELEASE: NC Chamber Names Senator Kirk deViere a “Jobs Advocate”
CONTACT: Grayson Barnette | devierela@ncleg.net NC Chamber Names Senator Kirk deViere A “Jobs Advocate” Sen. deViere’s Commendable Voting Record Recognized in State Chamber of Commerce Report RALEIGH, N.C. – The NC Chamber today named Senator Kirk deViere a 2019 – 2020 Jobs Advocate in its annual How They Voted report. How They Voted details state legislators’ voting records on bills …
NC DEQ Issues Notice of Violation & Intent to Enforce to Chemours for Improper Waste Disposal
Cumberland Health Department Opens Pilot Drive-Thru COVID-19 Test Collection, Implements New Visitor Policy
Legislative Newsletter – October 11, 2019
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SPILL AT THE FAYETTEVILLE WORKS FACILITY
SPILL AT THE FAYETTEVILLE WORKS FACILITY THE OFFICE OF SENATOR KIRK DEVIERE Contact: Lorenzo Pedro | DeVIereLA@ncleg.net or (828) 390-9413 RALEIGH – Senator Kirk deViere was notified earlier today that the Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is currently conducting an investigation that a non-PFAS compound was recently released into the Cape Fear River. The non-PFAS compound is said to be …
Legislative Newsletter – September 23, 2019
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Legislative Newsletter – August 30, 2019
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Legislative Newsletter – August 16, 2019
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SEN. DEVIERE VOTES AGAINST CONFERENCE BUDGET
SEN. DEVIERE VOTES AGAINST CONFERENCE BUDGET | JUNE 27, 2019 THE OFFICE OF SENATOR KIRK DEVIERE Contact: Lorenzo Pedro | DeVIereLA@ncleg.net or (828) 390-9413 RALEIGH, NC – On Wednesday, June 26th, Senator Kirk deViere voted against the Conference Budget – HB 966. Senator deViere’s statement: “I voted against the conference budget because it falls short on expanding Medicaid and providing …
#SCOTUS Declines to Overturn Partisan Gerrymandering
SCOTUS DECLINES TO OVERTURN PARTISAN GERRYMANDERING The Office of NC Senator Kirk deViere June 27, 2019 | The North Carolina Senate RALEIGH: The Supreme Court of the United States voted today to decline to overturn Partisan Gerrymandering. “This is a sad day for our democracy & public trust in our Government,” said Senator deViere. Gerrymandering keeps voters from having a …
Safety Notice: Sinkholes in Gray’s Creek Area
SAFETY NOTICE: Our office has received several calls regarding sinkholes in the Gray’s Creek area. If you notice a sinkhole on your property, please contact our office as we are closely monitoring this situation in conjunction with the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality. For more information, please refer to this article by The Fayetteville Observer: http://bit.ly/2KbrS30
Press Release: Senator deViere continues to fight for all North Carolinians
PRESS RELEASE | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THE OFFICE OF SENATOR KIRK DEVIERE THE NORTH CAROLINA SENATE Contact: Lorenzo Pedro | DeVIereLA@ncleg.net or (828) 390-9413 RALEIGH, NC – On Thursday, May 30th, Senator Kirk deViere continued fighting for access to affordable health care, investing in our teacher and public education system, and clean water and air by voting against the Senate’s …
Fayetteville NAACP Founders Banquet
Senator deViere wants to thank the Cumberland County Association of Educators and others for a great event in
School Flexibility | Cumberland County
Yesterday, Senator deViere and Senator Ben Clark filed SB 171 – “School Calendar Flexibility/Cumberland County”.
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