Press Releases
LT. GOV. ROBINSON HONORS STEVE SMITH SR. AND THE STEVE SMITH FAMILY FOUNDATION AT 2024 HALIFAX RESOLVES DAY CELEBRATION
On the first day of Mental Health Awareness Month, it was with immense pride that we presented The Resolute Award to Steve Smith Sr. and the Steve Smith Family Foundation. This prestigious honor, bestowed annually by the Lieutenant Governor, celebrates individuals who embodied unwavering commitment to the betterment of North Carolina. This year, we were privileged to recognize Steve Smith Sr. and the Steve Smith Family Foundation for their outstanding contributions.
LT. GOV. MARK ROBINSON LAUNCHES NORTH CAROLINA MEDAL OF VALOR WEBPAGE
In a significant step towards honoring the courageous acts of North Carolina's bravest citizens,the office of the Lieutenant Governor is proud to announce the launch of the North Carolina
AS PRESIDENT BIDEN CAMPAIGNS IN NORTH CAROLINA, LT. GOV. ROBINSON KEEPS PUSHING FOR ANSWERS REGARDING THE TERRORIST SUSPECT ARRESTED
Last week, Lieutenant Governor Robinson convened a press conference and signed a letter to President Biden and his administration seeking clarity on the arrest of Awet Hagos in Gates County. Despite these efforts, the federal response has been limited, with only a perplexing remark from Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre during the routine White House Press Briefing. Additionally, the White House and ICE have refused to answer questions from the North Carolina press regarding these issues.
LT. GOV. ROBINSON REQUESTS ANSWERS AND ASSISTANCE FROM BIDEN ADMIN. ON ARREST OF POTENTIAL TERROR SUSPECT
Today, Lt. Governor Mark Robinson pressed the Biden Administration to be more forthcoming with answers regarding the recent arrest of a potential terrorist suspect in Gates County, North Carolina. Following the arrest of a suspect after an hours-long standoff in Eure, North Carolina last week, the Gates County Sheriff’s office reported receiving notice from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) that the suspect may be on the U.S. government’s terrorist watch list.
LT. GOV. MARK ROBINSON ISSUES PROCLAMATION DECLARING A WEEK OF SOLIDARITY WITH ISRAEL AND A DAY OF PRAYER THROUGHOUT THE STATE
Lieutenant Governor Mark Robinson, in his capacity as acting governor, today issued a proclamation in support of Israel in solemn commemoration of the lives lost in the recent and ongoing terrorist attacks against Israel.
Lieutenant Governor Mark Robinson’s Statement on the Mountain Valley Pipeline Expansion
Recently, Senator Phil Berger and 28 other senators wrote a letter to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) requesting approval for an extension to the com
North Carolina Blockchain Initiative Announces New Appointments and Strategy for 2023-24
The North Carolina Blockchain Initiative (NCBI) was launched in 2019 as a nonpartisan, all-volunteer task force under the supervision of the Office of the Lieutenant Governor of North Carolina to serve as a primary resource on the emerging digital asset and blockchain ecosystem.
Lieutenant Governor Mark Robinson’s State of the State Response
Lieutenant Governor Mark Robinson, who also serves as the President of the North Carolina Senate, will give the Republican Response following Governor Cooper’s State of the State Address tonight.
Lieutenant Governor Robinson’s speech will focus on the legislature’s economic success, education, workforce development, and public safety.
The Republican response will air after Governor Cooper’s State of the State address, following a one-minute delay, as a continuation of the livestream.
Lieutenant Governor Mark Robinson to Give the State of the State Republican Response
Lieutenant Governor Mark Robinson, who also serves as the President of the North Carolina Senate, will give the Republican Response following Governor Cooper’s State of the State Address.
Lieutenant Governor Robinson states, “It is my honor to represent Republicans in the upcoming response to Governor Cooper’s State of the State Address. I look forward to highlighting the great work we have done for the people of North Carolina, and the vision we have moving forward.”
Lieutenant Governor Mark Robinson’s Statement on the Parents’ Bill of Rights
Yesterday the North Carolina State Senate filed Senate Bill 49, also known as the "Parents' Bill of Rights." This bill is the first step to ensure that North Carolina parents can be in charge of their children’s educational destiny.
Lt. Governor Mark Robinson had this to say on the recently filed bill. "Over the last few years, parents have been given an inside look into their children’s classroom, voiced their concerns, and have felt ignored by bureaucrats.