Press Releases

Statement by Treasurer Dale R. Folwell, CPA, on Newly Appointed State Auditor Jessica Holmes

I wish to congratulate newly appointed State Auditor Jessica Holmes and welcome her to the Council of State.

Statement by Treasurer Dale R. Folwell, CPA, on the Passing of Famed Investor Charlie Munger

I am saddened to learn of Charlie Munger’s passing. He has been called an investing genius, business titan, philanthropist, sharp-witted vice-chair of Berkshire Hathaway and Warren Buffett’s right-hand man.

Local Government Commission Approves Affordable Housing Financing Requests

Several Housing Authorities Will Issue Bonds To Help Expand the Number of Housing Units

Statement by Treasurer Dale R. Folwell, CPA on Food and Drug Administration Approval of New Weight-Loss Drug

Today, the federal Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the first GIP/GLP-1 called “Zepbound” for the purpose of weight loss.

Statement by Treasurer Dale R. Folwell, CPA, on News that State Auditor Beth Wood Will Not Seek Reelection in 2024

I was sorry to hear the news that State Auditor Beth Wood will not seek reelection in 2024. She has been a valuable colleague and public servant. She always keeps the best interests of the taxpayers in her heart and mind.

Treasurer Folwell, State Banking Commission Honor the Vital Work of Bank Tellers

Often First Line of Defense Against Elder Financial Exploitation and Fraud

Treasurer Folwell Asks Retirement and State Health Plan Boards to Discuss UNC Health and ECU Pension and Health Care Changes

UNC Health and ECU Leave State Employees and Taxpayers with a $1 Billion Bill and Threaten the Tax-Exempt Status of the Pension Plan

Treasurer Folwell Calls on Novo Nordisk to Lower the Unfair Cost of Weight Loss Drugs

High Medication Cost Leads State Health Plan to Consider Removing GLP-1 Drugs from Coverage

Statement from State Treasurer Dale R. Folwell on 4% Retiree Payment

One-Time Supplemental Payment Granted by General Assembly for TSERS, CJRS and LRS

North Carolina Supplemental Retirement Plans Receives Leadership Award for National Retirement Security Month Campaign

The Department of State Treasurer is committed to encouraging individuals to prioritize, plan and stay motivated as they move toward retirement, and its efforts have been recognized with a prestigious award. It happens far too often that someone on the verge of retirement realizes the consequences of not saving enough. This year, we asked the Legislature to consider a $25 monthly match for state employees.