Parents’ Bill of Rights Passes State Senate, Heads to Gov. Cooper
This afternoon, the North Carolina Senate gave final approval to SB 49—Parents’ Bill of Rights by a vote of 26-13. This action comes after the bill was considered and approved by the House Rules Committee and then the full House earlier in the week. This bill clarifies and codifies parents’ rights when it comes to […]
VIDEO | Abortion Laws, the Parents’ Bill of Rights, Fairness in Women’s Sports, and Transgender Procedures for Minors
Welcome to this week’s episode of NC Family’s Weekly Update, where we share the highlights of the past week at the N.C. General Assembly and beyond. In this episode, we cover: Planned Parenthood’s latest attempt to thwart NC’s pro-life laws; An update on the Fairness in Women’s Sports Act; An update on the Parent’s Bill […]
Parents’ Bill of Rights Approved by House Education Committee
Yesterday morning, the North Carolina House Committee on Education passed SB 49—Parents’ Bill of Rights, a bill that clarifies and codifies parents’ rights when it comes to their child’s education and health care. It will now proceed to the House Rules Committee. Sponsored by Senators Amy Galey (R-Alamance), Michael Lee (R-New Hanover), and Lisa Barnes (R-Franklin), Senate Bill 49 would: Allow […]
Calling Fathers to the Frontlines
Every third Sunday of June, for the past 51 years, Americans have celebrated Father’s Day. June brings with it many other celebrations and remembrances as well. We remember the heroes of D-Day on June 6th; we honor the Stars and Stripes with Flag Day on June 14th; and this year, we also celebrate the first […]
VIDEO | Gambling, Women’s Sports, How You Can Make a Difference, and Other Pressing Issues
Welcome to this week’s episode of NC Family’s Weekly Update, where we share the highlights of the past week at the N.C. General Assembly and beyond. In this episode, we cover: An update on sports gambling in North Carolina; The potential for casino expansion across the state; An update on the Fairness in Women’s Sports […]
VIDEO | What’s Happened in the North Carolina General Assembly So Far This Year
Welcome to this week’s episode of NC Family’s Weekly Update, where we share the highlights of the past week at the N.C. General Assembly and beyond. In this episode, we give an overview of some of the key bills that been making their way through the General Assembly this year, including: Senate Bill 20, a […]
How Some School Systems Are Damaging Our Children
Over the last decade, we have seen a drastic shift in America’s youth. We have abnormally high numbers of teens identifying as transgender, an alarming number of people don’t know who the current vice president is, and suicide is the second leading cause of death for college students. At the same time we are seeing […]
POV: Strawberries, Peace, and Mother’s Day
For the last 12 years, with few exceptions, my husband and children have fulfilled my Mother’s Day wish – strawberry picking as a family. Except when rain closes the fields, every second Sunday in May, we head to church early, enjoy a delicious brunch and then make our way to one of our local strawberry […]
Taking People Out of Our Lives: The Damage of the Sexual Revolution
From abortion to divorce, the Sexual Revolution altered our culture in countless ways. Families have been torn apart from the societal changes brought about as a result of this era, which can be linked to gang violence, protests, and civil unrest. This week on Family Policy Matters, host Traci DeVette Griggs welcomes Mary Eberstadt, Author […]
The Danger in Our Pockets and How It’s Hurting Our Teens
Over the last decade, we have seen a drastic rise in mental health problems, especially amongst teens. This has become apparent not just in how frequently we are talking about things like depression and anxiety, but also by the rise in actions such as suicide that are measurable indicators. This week on Family Policy Matters, […]