Matthew Schwab

Legislative interns are integral part of how the General Assembly functions, including one intern who brings joy to many during the often stressful session. While walking around the Legislative Building, Matthew Schwab never meets a stranger. The 20-year-old from Holly Springs is an intern for Rep. John Bradford, R-Mecklenburg.

The North Carolina General Assembly is renewing their efforts to help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). In this legislative session, six bills addressing needs for people with IDD have been filed. Four of the pieces of legislation were introduced by Representative John R. Bradford, III of Cornelius, who represents District 98, and Mecklenburg County in the North Carolina House. Bradford has established himself as a leader in the State House for IDD related issues and has made it his priority to advance these important bill