Weekly Update from Congressman Tim Moore | June 7, 2026

This week in Washington, the House passed the Fiscal Year 2027 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act. This is an annual appropriations bill that invests in rural communities, agricultural infrastructure, and public safety projects nationwide.

I'm very proud to share that it includes more than $4.3 million in Community Project Funding I secured for North Carolina's 14th District. If approved by the Senate and signed into law, these funds will support three public safety projects that will help first responders better serve communities across the district.

In Spindale, the bill includes $2.3 million to build a new centrally located fire station, replacing a facility that is now more than 50 years old. The current station lacks adequate living quarters for 24-hour staffing and is too small to house modern fire apparatus, including a newly procured ladder truck that is scheduled to arrive later this year.

In Grover, the bill includes $1 million to replace the current volunteer fire station. The existing facility lacks adequate space and does not include bunk facilities for firefighters serving overnight shifts. The new station will provide improved accommodations for emergency personnel while helping reduce response times throughout the community.

In Rutherford County, the bill includes $1 million to build a new Emergency Operations Center. The current facility has repeatedly forced emergency personnel to work around space and operational limitations during major incidents. A new center will provide the county with a more effective hub for emergency coordination and disaster response.

Together, these investments will provide firefighters and emergency personnel with modern facilities that better support emergency response operations across the district. 

Read more about the bill here. 

Meeting with Charlotte Business Leaders 

On Wednesday, I spoke with members of the Charlotte Regional Business Alliance during their annual Washington, D.C. Fly-In. We discussed key issues affecting North Carolina's economy, including infrastructure investment, workforce development, and access to capital for small businesses.

Infrastructure was a major topic of conversation. As North Carolina continues to grow, communities need roads, bridges, airports, and utilities that can keep pace with new residents and businesses. Planning ahead is critical because infrastructure can either support growth or become a barrier to it.

During my time as Speaker of the North Carolina House, we created the State Capital and Infrastructure Fund, a dedicated funding source for major infrastructure projects that enabled the state to address long term needs without raising taxes or relying on debt. We discussed how that same approach to planning ahead can help guide federal infrastructure policy as well.

I discussed the BUILD America 250 Act, a major transportation package that would invest in roads, bridges, freight corridors, and other critical infrastructure while streamlining project delivery and reducing unnecessary delays. The legislation includes my bill to designate U.S. Highway 74 from Interstate 26 in Columbus to Interstate 85 in Kings Mountain as a future interstate.

Many companies consider interstate access when deciding where to locate or expand, and some economic development projects require proximity to an interstate corridor. This designation helps ensure communities across Western North Carolina are not overlooked when businesses are deciding where to invest and create jobs.

Workforce development was another major topic of discussion. Across North Carolina, employers continue to struggle to find enough skilled workers to fill jobs in industries such as advanced manufacturing, financial technology, health care, and the skilled trades. A strong workforce is one of the most important factors companies consider when deciding where to invest and expand.

Last year, Congress passed the Working Families Tax Cuts Act, which included a provision I supported that expanded Pell Grant eligibility to short term workforce training and technical education programs. Previously, Pell Grants were largely limited to traditional degree programs, leaving many students without assistance if they chose a technical or career focused path.

This change allows more students to access training programs that can be completed in months rather than years while helping employers fill critical workforce needs. It also creates additional pathways for students to gain valuable skills and pursue good paying careers.

I was honored to be part of this important event to share updates on the work I’m doing in Washington to strengthen our region and ensure Western North Carolina remains one of the best places in the country to do business and raise a family.

House Financial Services Hearing 

On Thursday, the House Financial Services Committee held a hearing with federal banking regulators to examine how regulations impact financial institutions and the communities they serve. Much of the discussion focused on ensuring regulations are tailored to the size and risk profile of an institution rather than applying a one size fits all approach that can place unnecessary burdens on community banks.

During the hearing, I questioned Comptroller of the Currency Jonathan Gould about efforts to provide greater regulatory flexibility for well managed community banks. We discussed a proposal that would reduce examination requirements for certain smaller institutions, allowing regulators to focus resources where risks are greatest while reducing unnecessary burdens on banks with strong records of compliance and financial stability.

I also highlighted my TRUST Act, legislation the House recently passed that would raise the asset threshold for well managed community banks that qualify for an 18-month exam cycle from $3 billion to $6 billion. This bipartisan legislation updates outdated banking regulations by raising asset limits that have not kept pace with the growth of the economy, ensuring well-managed community banks are not subject to the same examination requirements as the nation’s largest financial institutions.

Watch my full committee remarks here: 

Thank you for staying engaged and informed about the work I'm doing in Washington and at home. Your voice and your concerns matter deeply to me. If there's ever anything my office can assist with, please don't hesitate to reach out.

Sincerely, 

Congressman Tim Moore 

North Carolina's 14th District