NC H884

Establishes the North Carolina Institute for Public Policy (NCIPP) housed at North Carolina State University's School of Public and International Affairs to provide research and analysis for state policymakers.

NCIPP shall conduct research on policy issues, evaluate state agency programs and activities, develop quantitative performance indicators, and determine program costs.

Creates a 15-member North Carolina Commission on Public Policy to oversee NCIPP, including 4 legislators (2 senators, 2 representatives from each party), 2 gubernatorial appointees, 3 university chancellors, and 2 legislative division directors.

Appropriates $1,981,165 for fiscal year 2021-2022 ($1,931,165 for 17 full-time staff positions and $50,000 for operating expenses) and $2,117,350 in recurring funds ($2,067,350 for staff and $50,000 for operations).

Becomes effective July 1, 2021.