Gov. Mike Easley today signed into law House Bill 36, “An act to improve the oversight of hazardous waste facilities, as recommended by the Governor’s Hazardous Materials Task Force.” The legislation will require companies that store hazardous waste to provide more information to state and local governments and details on these facilities and the waste being stored are easily available.

“This new law makes our permit requirements stricter and improves communication to make sure our citizens are protected in case of a hazardous waste accident,” Easley said. “Also, the law adds new provisions to make sure hazardous waste facility operators put the health and safety concerns of our citizens as their top priority. I commend the members of the General Assembly for unanimously passing this comprehensive bill. It provides the further protection North Carolinians need to be secure in their neighborhoods and communities.”

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From the DNC Blog: 50-State Turnout: North Carolina -

There are some states that don't have high-profile statewide races this cycle. North Carolina is one of those states. But in 2006, they will be voting to keep control of both houses of the State Legislature and have a few important Congressional races. North Carolina Democrats already control the Governor's mansion and a majority of seats on the Council of State (essentially a group of the other state-wide cabinet positions).

Mintz to run as Democrat

Raleigh News and Observer, 12/05/2005