Press Releases

Treasurer Folwell Announces N.C. State Health Plan Network Reopens for New Providers to Join

(Raleigh, N.C.) – State Treasurer Dale R. Folwell, CPA, and the State Health Plan (Plan) announced today that the Plan will reopen the N.C. State Health Plan Network for new medical providers to join. Medical providers will have from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, 2020, to sign up.

Treasurer Folwell Applauds Reopening of Tyrrell Prison Work Farm

(Raleigh, N.C.) – State Treasurer Dale R. Folwell, CPA, announced today that he has confirmed with Tyrrell County Commission Chair Nathan Everett that more than 125 prisoners have been transferred to the Tyrrell Prison Work Farm.

State Health Plan Extends COVID-19 Cost Waivers

(Raleigh, N.C.) – State Treasurer Dale R. Folwell, CPA, and the State Health Plan (Plan) today announced that the Plan is again extending the cost waiver for COVID-19 testing and treatment for members diagnosed with COVID-19, including associated deductibles, copayments, and coinsurance.

Treasurer Folwell Calls for DOT Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer to be Replaced

(Raleigh, N.C.) – In the interest of protecting the state bond ratings, State Treasurer Dale R. Folwell, CPA, today called for N.C. Department of Transportation Secretary J. Eric Boyette to replace the department’s chief operating and financial officers.

Treasurer Folwell Announces Temporary Expansion of Executive Staff Changes in State and Local Government Commission

State Treasurer Dale R. Folwell, CPA, announced today that Greg C. Gaskins will leave his position as Secretary of the North Carolina Local Government Commission (LGC) and Deputy Treasurer of the State and Local Government Finance Division (SLGFD) on Nov. 30, 2020.

Treasurer Folwell to Ask Governor for Transparent Discussion of COVID-19 Economic Issues at Council of State

(Raleigh, N.C.) – State Treasurer Dale R. Folwell, CPA, today invited all members of the Council of State (COS) to join him at the Department of State Treasurer (DST) to participate in the regularly scheduled COS meeting.

General Assembly Provides Historic Appropriation for Pension and Health Care Unfunded Liabilities

(Raleigh, N.C.) – State Treasurer Dale R.

Treasurer Folwell Supports Elizabeth City’s Decision to Collect Utility Payments – Wants Issue to be on July 7 Council of State Agenda

(Raleigh, N.C.) – State Treasurer Dale R.

State Treasurer Folwell Announces Nearly $2.3 Million in Savings For Supplemental Dental Policy Holders

(Raleigh, N.C.) – Recognizing the COVID-19 economic shutdown reduced access to routine and elective dental care, Treasurer Dale R. Folwell, CPA, has announced a premium reduction of about 50% for retirees receiving supplemental dental coverage through Pierce Insurance.

Treasurer Dale Folwell Issues Statement

I’m sorry to see Chief Putney leaving the position in which he has served with honor, integrity and a servant’s heart for the people of Charlotte. We’re very appreciative of his leadership, decorated service and distinguished career.