Julia Howard

Sponsored the property tax levy limit amendment on this ballot.In office

One of four primary sponsors (not the first listed) of House Bill 1089, enacted as Session Law 2026-5 (May 21, 2026); the constitutional amendment it proposes is on the November 3, 2026 ballot.

Voted for amendment capping income tax rate at 3.5%.In office

Voted Aye on third reading of Senate Bill 1080, "Lower Taxes for All NC," on May 20, 2026 (the House passed it 73-46). The bill submits a constitutional amendment to voters on November 3, 2026, providing that the maximum tax rate on incomes cannot exceed 3.5% (the current constitutional limit is 7%).

Voted for the 2026 state budget.In office

Voted Aye on July 2, 2026, when the House adopted the conference report on Senate Bill 257, the 2026 Appropriations Act (88-21).

Sponsored a bill requiring real estate licenses for home wholesalers.In office

First-listed primary sponsor of House Bill 797 (2025), which would also give homeowners a right to cancel such deals. It passed the House and was referred to the Senate Rules Committee on May 1, 2025.

Sponsored a bill raising the maximum unemployment benefit.In office

First-listed primary sponsor of House Bill 48 (2025), which would also give employers a credit for 2025 unemployment tax. It passed the House and was referred to the Senate Rules Committee on February 27, 2025.