New rules affecting drivers, consumers, Medicaid recipients and public employees are now in effect statewide.
By Coastal Carolina News Staff Writer
NORTH CAROLINA — Several laws and policy changes took effect October first, bringing updates that affect vehicle owners, ticket buyers, Medicaid recipients and public-sector employees.
Among the most noticeable changes is North Carolina’s move to electronic vehicle registration records. Drivers will no longer receive license plate renewal stickers, and paper registration cards will no longer be mailed automatically. Registration, inspection and tax requirements remain unchanged.
Consumers purchasing tickets online will also see new protections.
State law now restricts the use of ticket-buying bots, requires clearer disclosure of total ticket prices, mandates transparency when tickets are sold through resellers, and prohibits certain speculative ticket sales.
Changes are also taking effect within the state’s Medicaid program, adding new eligibility verification requirements for some applicants and recipients.
In addition, eligible state employees, public school employees, community college employees and University of North Carolina system employees may now receive up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave following the birth, adoption or placement of a child.
The changes are among the most significant statewide updates taking effect this month and are expected to affect residents across North Carolina.
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