New NC Laws, DMV Unveils 5-Year Plan, DOJ Opposes Reopening Case

A series of new North Carolina laws have taken effect, including measures focused on public safety reforms and donor privacy protections for nonprofits. The NCDMV has released a new five-year modernization plan aimed at transforming customer service, reducing wait times, and expanding online options. Meanwhile, the U.S. Justice Department is opposing efforts to reopen a previously settled North Carolina election dispute, arguing the agreement should stand. Early reports also show North Carolinians spent heavily online over the holiday weekend, with shoppers driving an estimated $11 billion in digital sales.