As your State Senator, I am committed to helping the citizens of the 48th District. This website was designed to keep you informed and to help guide you towards help or assistance in many ways. If you’d like to recognize a special achievement, need help with an agency, need a list of resources, or simply would like to meet with me- this site can help us.

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In response to economic losses related to Coronavirus (COVID-19), Senator Edwards voted in support of [X BILL] that recognizes the critical role small businesses play in our state's economy. The bill provides $125 million in funding to the Golden LEAF Foundation to establish the Rapid Recovery Program to support NC small businesses and family farms. 

Sen. Edwards voted to support various bills that would reopen NC businesses and get citizens back to work during the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Temp Outdoor Restaurants for Outdoor Seating (H536)
• Temp Open Gyms/Health Clubs/Fitness Centers (H594)
• Open Skating Rinks/Bowling Alleys (S599)
• Open Amusement Parks/Arcades/Venues (H258)
• Open Exercise and Fitness Facilities (H806)

International aerospace manufacturer Pratt & Whitney is investing $650 million in a Buncombe County facility to manufacture jet engine parts and consolidate some worldwide operations.

This massive investment is a testament to western North Carolina's work ethic, skill, and ingenuity

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The morning after the Asheville City Council voted to defund its police department, Sen Chuck Edwards (R-Henderson) announced his intent to file legislation to defund cities that defund the police.

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