Robert's Rules (News On The Hill)

Replacing Sen. Meyer, Preparing for Healthcare Fight and Returning to Short Session — Robert’s Rules (Apr. 1, 2026)

Rep. Robert Reives chats with 97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell on Wednesday, Apr. 1. Ahead of the short session beginning later in the month, Reives shares his thoughts on several stories around the legislature — including one that affects Orange County. The House Minority Leader gives a public send-off of Sen. Graig Meyer, who is stepping down from elected office, and shares why he empathizes with Meyer’s desire to make a material difference in North Carolinians lives. Reives then details the believed roadblocks to making that difference through legislation in Raleigh, including Republicans’ indications to cut Medicaid funding and ongoing lack of a state budget. Finally: the District 54 representative details what’s he’s hearing from his constituents about the rising cost of living and associated challenges. ---------------------------------------- [https://chapelboromedia.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/07113921/Roberts-Rules-on-demad-audio-cover-art-1-300x300.png] Robert’s Rules is our regular check in with Representative Robert Reives, representing Chatham County in North Carolina’s 54th district, and leading the Democratic caucus in the state house. Every two weeks Rep. Reives shares the latest news from the General Assembly in Raleigh, and his unique perspective on state and national political news.  On Air Today features conversations with the latest newsmakers in our community, including local elected leaders, educators, business owners, and anyone else with their finger on the pulse of the greater Chapel Hill community. The post Replacing Sen. Meyer, Preparing for Healthcare Fight and Returning to Short Session — Robert’s Rules (Apr. 1, 2026) [https://chapelboro.com/news-on-the-hill-with-andrew-stuckey/roberts-rules/replacing-sen-meyer-preparing-for-healthcare-fight-and-returning-to-short-session-roberts-rules-apr-1-2026] appeared first on Chapelboro.com [https://chapelboro.com].

Robert’s Rules: Rep. Robert Reives Discusses What Comes Next for State Budget, 2026 Likely Priorities

District 54 Representative and North Carolina House Minority Leader Robert Reives spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, January 22. He discussed the ongoing budget debacle at the state level, which he expects to see little movement on until after primaries. He also reflected on 2025 for the state legislature, and looked ahead to what he expects to be some of the dominant storylines of 2026, and more. ---------------------------------------- Robert’s Rules is our regular check in with Representative Robert Reives, representing Chatham County in North Carolina’s 54th district, and leading the Democratic caucus in the state house. Every two weeks Rep. Reives shares the latest news from the General Assembly in Raleigh, and his unique perspective on state and national political news.  On Air Today features conversations with the latest newsmakers in our community, including local elected leaders, educators, business owners, and anyone else with their finger on the pulse of the greater Chapel Hill community. The post Robert’s Rules: Rep. Robert Reives Discusses What Comes Next for State Budget, 2026 Likely Priorities [https://chapelboro.com/news-on-the-hill-with-andrew-stuckey/roberts-rules/roberts-rules-rep-robert-reives-discusses-what-comes-next-for-state-budget-2026-likely-priorities] appeared first on Chapelboro.com [https://chapelboro.com].

Robert’s Rules: NC House Minority Leader and District 54 Representative Robert Reives

NC House Minority Leader and District 54 Representative Robert Reives joined 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey in studio on Monday, October 16. He discussed the continued budget impasse in the state legislature. He also talked about charges faces by Guilford County Rep. Cecil Brockman, and the calls for Brockman to resign. He talked about the legislature restricting zoning power of some local government for UNC System projects, his thoughts on Head Coach Bill Belichick, and more. ---------------------------------------- Robert’s Rules is our regular check in with Representative Robert Reives, representing Chatham County in North Carolina’s 54th district, and leading the Democratic caucus in the state house. Every two weeks Rep. Reives shares the latest news from the General Assembly in Raleigh, and his unique perspective on state and national political news.  On Air Today features conversations with the latest newsmakers in our community, including local elected leaders, educators, business owners, and anyone else with their finger on the pulse of the greater Chapel Hill community. The post Robert’s Rules: NC House Minority Leader and District 54 Representative Robert Reives [https://chapelboro.com/news-on-the-hill-with-andrew-stuckey/roberts-rules/roberts-rules-nc-house-minority-leader-and-district-54-representative-robert-reives] appeared first on Chapelboro.com [https://chapelboro.com].

Roberts Rules: NC House Minority Leader Representative Robert Reives on State Budget, Dist. 54 and More

North Carolina House Minority Leader and District 54 Representative Robert Reives spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, August 27. He discussed a new apparent “Pay to Play” situation with Republican leaders in the general assembly, as outlined in an article on The Assembly. He also talked about the lack of a timeline for state budget, some of the recent successes in District 54, and more. ---------------------------------------- Robert’s Rules is our regular check in with Representative Robert Reives, representing Chatham County in North Carolina’s 54th district, and leading the Democratic caucus in the state house. Every two weeks Rep. Reives shares the latest news from the General Assembly in Raleigh, and his unique perspective on state and national political news.  On Air Today features conversations with the latest newsmakers in our community, including local elected leaders, educators, business owners, and anyone else with their finger on the pulse of the greater Chapel Hill community. The post Roberts Rules: NC House Minority Leader Representative Robert Reives on State Budget, Dist. 54 and More [https://chapelboro.com/news-on-the-hill-with-andrew-stuckey/roberts-rules/roberts-rules-nc-house-minority-leader-representative-robert-reives-on-state-budget-dist-54-and-more] appeared first on Chapelboro.com [https://chapelboro.com].

Robert’s Rules: NC House Minority Leader Robert Reives on House Budget, Gov. Stein, Marijuana

North Carolina House Minority Leader and District 54 Representative Robert Reives spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, June 6. He discussed the latest on the House Budget, including some unprecedented moves on the Senate side of the legislature, why he was comfortable with the budget, and more. He also talked about how he feels Gov. Stein is doing so far, what the future of marijuana in North Carolina may be, and more. ---------------------------------------- Robert’s Rules is our regular check in with Representative Robert Reives, representing Chatham County in North Carolina’s 54th district, and leading the Democratic caucus in the state house. Every two weeks Rep. Reives shares the latest news from the General Assembly in Raleigh, and his unique perspective on state and national political news.  On Air Today features conversations with the latest newsmakers in our community, including local elected leaders, educators, business owners, and anyone else with their finger on the pulse of the greater Chapel Hill community. The post Robert’s Rules: NC House Minority Leader Robert Reives on House Budget, Gov. Stein, Marijuana [https://chapelboro.com/news-on-the-hill-with-andrew-stuckey/roberts-rules/roberts-rules-nc-house-minority-leader-robert-reives-on-house-budget-gov-stein-marijuana] appeared first on Chapelboro.com [https://chapelboro.com].