Write the office of Governor Josh Stein and tell them about your case.
https://governor.nc.gov/contact/contact-governor-stein
The Governor of North Carolina has significant oversight regarding the board's membership. Under North Carolina General Statute § 90-182, the Governor is the primary appointing authority for the North Carolina Veterinary Medical Board (NCVMB).
Here is the breakdown of the Governor's role and the other entities involved in board appointments:
Governor’s Appointment Power
The Governor appoints 5 out of the 8 members of the board:
4 Licensed Veterinarians: These must have been residents and licensed to practice in NC for at least 5 years. Each must reside in a different congressional district.
1 Public Member: This person is specifically chosen to represent the interests of the public at large and cannot be a licensed or registered veterinarian/technician
The Governor’s Office needs to be aware of dissatisfaction.
Direct Contact
Report to the North Carolina Boards and Commissions:
boardsandcommissions@nc.gov
Tiffany McCurry
Boards and Commissions
Office of Governor Josh Stein
tiffany.mccurry@nc.gov
jacqueta.rascoe@nc.gov (Jacqueta Rascoe - Director, NC Boards and Commissions)
Some individuals seeking oversight or review of board actions report difficulty navigating the process during this period of institutional dispute, and have been advised to contact legislative offices directly regarding concerns. (February 2026)
North Carolina’s Board Appointment Dispute — What It Means
North Carolina is in an ongoing dispute between the Governor and the General Assembly over who has constitutional authority to appoint members to state boards and commissions. This affects regulatory bodies across the state, including professional licensing boards.
What’s the Issue?
State law traditionally gives the Governor appointment power for many regulatory boards. Recently, the Republican-led legislature has passed laws that shift some of that power to legislative leaders or other elected officials. This has triggered lawsuits by Governor Josh Stein, who argues these changes violate the state Constitution’s separation of powers by weakening executive oversight. Courts have issued mixed rulings so far — some legislative changes have been upheld, while others were struck down as unconstitutional.
How the Legal Fight Works:
Laws like Senate Bill 512 and others changed how appointments are made for several boards.
Stein has challenged these laws, saying the legislature cannot take away core executive appointment and supervisory powers without violating the Constitution.
Appeals courts have found some changes unconstitutional but allowed others to stand.
The Veterinary Medical Board:
The North Carolina Veterinary Medical Board (NCVMB) licenses and regulates veterinarians. Under current statute, it has eight members: five are appointed by the Governor, one by the President Pro Tempore of the Senate, one by the Speaker of the House, and one by the General Assembly on recommendation of the Speaker of the House.
There is no confirmed legal change that has removed the Governor’s appointment power over the Veterinary Board as of early 2026. The board’s membership process remains defined by statute, and any future changes would require new legislation and likely further court review.
Why It Matters to You:
Who appoints board members can influence how professional boards operate — including rule-making on issues like licensing requirements, disciplinary policies, and practice standards. But the current structure for the Veterinary Medical Board remains unchanged, and the broader legal dispute continues through the courts.