The NCAA expects to make a decision in early April that could cost North Carolina another five years’ worth of championship events, which has put the heat on North Carolina to repeal or amend #HB2, the so-called “bathroom bill” that not only compelled the NCAA to boycott the state but also inspired bands to cancel tour dates and the United Kingdom to — for real — add the state to its travel advisory.
Legislators worked late Wednesday to come up with some sort of compromise, or “backroom deal,” to appease the NCAA as well as citizens. In the meantime, North Carolina-based companies like Levi Strauss and Dow Chemical joined activists including the Human Rights Campaign to encourage legislators simply to repeal #HB2.
We stand w/ @HRC & @EqualityNC in urging North Carolina lawmakers to reject a backroom “deal” on anti-#LGBTQ #HB2. #RepealHB2 #ncpol
— Levi Strauss & Co. (@LeviStraussCo) March 30, 2017
We agree: "Our people are welcoming, but some of our laws are not. Repeal #HB2" @NC_Governor, State of the State. https://t.co/ViUWAJibZp
— Dow Public Policy (@DowPolicy) March 29, 2017
.@HRC & @EqualityNC urge North Carolina lawmakers to reject a backroom “deal” on anti-#LGBTQ #HB2. #RepealHB2 #ncpol https://t.co/0grXjAj4Vw
— Human Rights Campaign (@HRC) March 29, 2017
https://twitter.com/Montel_Williams/status/847283600106049537
WARNING: The rumored #HB2 "deal" doubles down on discrimination and would ensure NC remains the worst state in the nation for LGBTQ people.
— Chad Griffin (@ChadHGriffin) March 29, 2017
The consequences #HB2 will only continue without repeal. Sellouts cave under pressure. Leaders fight for what's right. #RepealHB2
— Chad Griffin (@ChadHGriffin) March 29, 2017
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Flashback: The Charlotte Observer tells girls to get over "discomfort" re: male genitalia in their locker rooms. #ncpol #hb2 #mansplaining pic.twitter.com/LI9nYtIjlP
— Sister Delecto Toldjah ? (@sistertoldjah) March 29, 2017
Here, reportedly, are the basics of the proposed compromise that was floated earlier in the day.
NEW: Republican State Senator Jeff Tarte is introducing an #HB2 repeal bill today that will do the following: @wsoctv pic.twitter.com/1S0V5cNaCH
— Joe Bruno (@JoeBrunoWSOC9) March 29, 2017
Can confirm a new #HB2 repeal is being discussed. It repeals HB2, resets bathroom policies, puts moratorium on NDOs until 2020 @wsoctv
— Joe Bruno (@JoeBrunoWSOC9) March 29, 2017
House Speaker Tim Moore and Senate Leader Phil Berger held a 10:30 p.m. presser at which they took no questions but announced an agreement with Gov. Roy Cooper.
.@SenatorBerger: we have agreed with the @NC_Governor not to take questions tonight. #ncpol changes will be in amendment to an HB142 pic.twitter.com/KIjzhWJQdQ
— Jeff Tiberii (@j_tibs) March 30, 2017
Changes to #hb2 will come in what's knows as a PCS. The Senate will debate and vote on it Thurs morning, then comes to House for concurrence
— Jeff Tiberii (@j_tibs) March 30, 2017
In the House a concurrence vote will consist of up or down. #ncpol #ncga
— Jeff Tiberii (@j_tibs) March 30, 2017
BREAKING: In impromptu news conference, @NCHouseSpeaker @SenatorBerger said reached agreement "in principle" w/ @NC_Governor to repeal #HB2
— DaShawn Brown (@DaShawnWSOC9) March 30, 2017
They will be substituting an #HB2 repeal bill with language in a current House bill. It will be discussed in committee before 11am meeting.
— Alex Rose (@AlexRoseNews) March 30, 2017
It sounds like the Senate and House are on the same page. The question is if all the members can agree on this compromise. They have 1 shot.
— Alex Rose (@AlexRoseNews) March 30, 2017
BREAKING NEWS: @NCHouseSpeaker & @SenatorBerger say they have made a deal w @RoyCooperNC. Senate will vote on new bill HB 142 at 9:15am
— Adrienne DiPiazza (@a_dipiazza) March 30, 2017
With NCAA deadline tomorrow, sounds like bill will move fast, like HB2 did: Introduced to public and passed within 24 hours. #ncpol
— Colin Campbell (@RaleighReporter) March 30, 2017
Senate vote is set up for fast track. If it passes- an up or down vote in House. Fast tracking for #NCAA deadline. #HB2 #ncga #ncpol
— Alex Rose (@AlexRoseNews) March 30, 2017
I'm told by a GOP staffer that this deal "most likely" passes muster with the NCAA #HB2 #ncpol https://t.co/bTyNqHILdy
— Jeff Tiberii (@j_tibs) March 30, 2017
What. is. the. deal? #ncpol #hb2 #ncga
— Sister Delecto Toldjah ? (@sistertoldjah) March 30, 2017
Here’s a hint:
.@NC_Governor"I support the House Bill 2 repeal compromise that will be introduced tomorrow. It's not a perfect deal, but it repeals…
— Jeff Tiberii (@j_tibs) March 30, 2017
…House Bill 2 and begins to repair our reputation." – @NC_Governor #ncpol
— Jeff Tiberii (@j_tibs) March 30, 2017
… and here’s a much bigger hint.
Joint statement on the #BREAKING announcement about #HB2 pic.twitter.com/E791c4t99g
— Senator Phil Berger (@SenatorBerger) March 30, 2017
Editor’s note: This post has been updated with additional tweets.
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