Last Updated on January 14, 2025 7:31 pm
RALEIGH, NC – On Wednesday, January 8th, the North Carolina General Assembly opened the 2025-2026 legislative session. The day’s proceedings marked the beginning of Rep. Pickett’s 3rd term representing North Carolina House District 93 in the General Assembly. Representatives took the oath of office in the House Chamber and Rep. Destin Hall was elected to serve as Speaker of the House.
“It is an honor to continue represent the good people of Ashe, Alleghany and Watauga Counties in the North Carolina House of Representatives,” said Rep. Pickett. “I look forward to getting to work advancing policies that benefit families, businesses and communities in the High Country and across North Carolina. My top priority and the top priority of the House of Representatives continues to be, as Speaker Hall expressed, passing legislation to help western North Carolina rebuild after the damage cause by Hurricane Helene.”
“It was great to see my friend and colleague, Rep. Destin Hall, take the gavel and assume the speakership,” added Rep. Pickett. “It is an honor to represent Watauga County with Speaker Hall and I’m confident that the House of Representatives will do great things for our state under his leadership.”
Rep. Ray Pickett is a husband, father, grandfather, civic leader, and former small business owner who calls Blowing Rock home. He began his career in public service as a Blowing Rock Town Councilman. In the North Carolina General Assembly, Rep. Pickett has been a champion for District 93, advocating for High Country values, while advancing common sense policy that makes it easier for constituents to raise their families and run their businesses.
