Press Release
2008 Caucus Action Plan
2008 Session
House Democrats will continue working to provide opportunities for all North Carolinians to prosper. During this Session, our efforts to expand those opportunities will reflect the realities of the current economy. Our priorities are:
Speaker Hackney on Improved Test Scores
Math scores on biannual tests above national average
September 26, 2007
RALEIGH - House Speaker Joe Hackney praised students and educators today for their continued improvement on the National Assessment of Educational Progress tests. The tests are also referred to as the Nation’s Report Card.
Speaker Hackney receives top national legislative award
Representative recognized for moves toward openness
August 14, 2007
BOSTON — As the new speaker of the North Carolina House, Joe Hackney is credited with restoring integrity in a chamber tarnished by the actions of its previous leader. On Aug. 7, he received the nation's top state legislative honor—the 2007 Excellence in State Legislative Leadership Award.
Transportation Committee Appointments
21st Century Transportation Committee Members
October 29, 2007
Raleigh – Governor Mike Easley, Senate President Pro Tempore Marc Basnight and House Speaker Joe Hackney today announced the members of a blue-ribbon committee to examine the condition and needs of North Carolina’s transportation system and make recommendations to the General Assembly.