N.C. Gen. Stat. § 126A-9-3: Reductions in force.

(a) Usage. - Agencies may use a reduction in force to reorganize its positions to better accomplish its functions or respond to a lack of work or shortage of funds. Agencies may use a reduction in force without a loss of funds and without eliminating any of the positions affected by the reduction in force.

(b) Notification. - Agencies shall notify employees to be affected by a reduction in force as soon as practicable and at least 30 days before the effective date of the reduction in force. (2026-40, s. 1.)