A Marine Corps veteran and successful entrepreneur, Lazzara’s career reflects a lifetime of service and leadership. Born in Palermo, Sicily, and raised in Chicago, Lazzara served in the United States Marine Corps from 1982 to 1986, achieving the rank of corporal at Camp Lejeune.

Michael Anthony Lazzara was born in Palermo, Sicily, and raised in Chicago.

Following his military service, he built a thriving business career as the founder of Michaelangelo’s Pizza, Lazzara’s Pizza, and owner of Vital Signs. His entrepreneurial success has been recognized with multiple civic honors, including Small Business Person of the Year and Civic Honor lifetime achievement awards.

Michael owns Vital Signs and founded Michaelangelo’s Pizza and Lazzara’s Pizza. He served as a corporal in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1982 to 1986.

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Michael has served in the North Carolina State Senate District 6 since 2021.

2026 North Carolina General Election

On Friday, Senators Benton Sawrey (R – Johnston), Michael Lazzara (R – Onslow), and Todd Johnson (R – Union, Cabarrus) proudly introduced Senate Bill 128: Heroes’ Homestead Act, a vital step in expanding property tax relief for North Carolina’s disabled veterans. This legislation raises the property tax homestead exclusion from $45,000 to $76,500, ensuring that disabled veterans who have sacrificed for our nation receive the financial support they’ve earned.

Ensuring a robust economy is crucial for the prosperity of North Carolina. By reducing unnecessary regulations, supporting small businesses, and promoting vocational training, we can create jobs and boost our local economy. My focus is on fostering an environment where businesses can thrive, and hardworking citizens have access to good-paying jobs, securing a brighter future for all.

Fiscal responsibility is key to a prosperous and sustainable state. I will continue to advocate for low taxes that allow hardworking families to keep more of their earnings. By reducing wasteful spending and ensuring efficient use of taxpayer dollars, we balance our budget and provide essential services without overburdening North Carolina citizens.

For the third time in the last four years, North Carolina is the #1 State for Business — thanks to the strong, conservative leadership in the NC Senate. We’ve cut taxes, invested in infrastructure, and strengthened workforce training — real results that are delivering more jobs and opportunities for families in Onslow County and across the state. This is what common-sense, pro-jobs policy looks like in action.

Introduced the Heroes’ Homestead Act, which raises the property-tax homestead exclusion for disabled veterans from $45,000 to $76,500.

Advocates for reducing regulations, supporting small businesses, and expanding vocational training to create jobs.

Advocates for low taxes, reduced state spending, and efficient use of taxpayer dollars.

Said the Senate has cut taxes, invested in infrastructure, and strengthened workforce training to expand jobs and opportunities.

- Introduced the Heroes’ Homestead Act, which raises the property-tax homestead exclusion for disabled veterans from $45,000 to $76,500.
- Advocates for reducing regulations, supporting small businesses, and expanding vocational training to create jobs.
- Advocates for low taxes, reduced state spending, and efficient use of taxpayer dollars.
- Said the Senate has cut taxes, invested in infrastructure, and strengthened workforce training to expand jobs and opportunities.

Economy

MORE SUPPORT FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT

Last week, we backed the badge in a real way — unanimously passing the Back the Blue Pay Act in the NC Senate.

This legislation delivers $3,000 bonuses and significant raises for the men and women who keep our communities safe.

I’m always proud to stand with law enforcement.

Last month, the NC Senate passed Senate Bill 50: Freedom to Carry NC, bringing us one step closer to constitutional carry for law-abiding citizens. It’s time North Carolina joins the 29 other states that trust their citizens to exercise their rights without a government permission slip. Our bill — which I’m proud to co-sponsor — preserves our concealed carry permit system for reciprocity, but makes permits optional here at home.

Last week, the NC General Assembly unanimously passed Senate Bill 55 – the Expedited Removal of Unauthorized Persons Act. I'm proud to have taken lead on this common-sense measure that empowers law enforcement to remove squatters within hours – so families can reclaim their homes quickly and safely. SB 55 is now on Governor Stein’s desk — and I’m urging him to sign it without delay.

Said the Senate passed Iryna’s Law, which closes loopholes that allow violent offenders to return to the community.

NC SENATE PASSES IRYNA'S LAW

The NC Senate took decisive action to protect our communities — and now, it is officially the law of the land in North Carolina.

With bipartisan support, we passed Iryna’s Law by a vote of 28-8 — closing dangerous loopholes that let violent offenders back on our streets and standing up for victims of violent crime.

This is a win for public safety, a win for accountability, and a win for every North Carolinian who deserves to feel safe in their community.

Said the Senate passed the Back the Blue Pay Act, providing $3,000 bonuses and raises for law-enforcement personnel.

Co-sponsored Senate Bill 50, making concealed-carry permits optional in North Carolina while retaining permits that are recognized by other states.

Took the lead on Senate Bill 55, which authorizes law enforcement to remove unauthorized occupants from homes within hours.

- Said the Senate passed the Back the Blue Pay Act, providing $3,000 bonuses and raises for law-enforcement personnel.
- Co-sponsored Senate Bill 50, making concealed-carry permits optional in North Carolina while retaining permits that are recognized by other states.
- Took the lead on Senate Bill 55, which authorizes law enforcement to remove unauthorized occupants from homes within hours.

Public Safety

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Healthcare

Education is the cornerstone of success. I am committed to continuing to improve our state's education system, ensuring that every child has access to a quality education. By ensuring our schools have the proper resources, enhancing teacher retention efforts, and promoting school choice, we can provide our children with the tools they need to achieve the American Dream.

With Camp Lejeune and so many service members calling Onslow County home, this growth matters. I’m proud of the work we've done in the NC General Assembly to expand in-state tuition and recognize military training for college credit. I’m committed to continue building pathways to success for those who have served our nation.

Supports school resources, teacher-retention efforts, and school choice.

Supports in-state tuition and college credit for military training to expand education access for service members.

- Supports school resources, teacher-retention efforts, and school choice.
- Supports in-state tuition and college credit for military training to expand education access for service members.

Education

Energy & the Environment

In June, the NC General Assembly passed Senate Bill 153 — a strong step to protect our communities, secure our borders, and ensure taxpayer dollars go only to those here legally. We’re standing up for the rule of law, backing law enforcement, and holding local governments accountable. Now, my colleagues and I are preparing to override Governor Stein's veto, to ensure the safety of North Carolina families and neighborhoods.

Plans to vote to override the governor’s veto of Senate Bill 153, which the campaign describes as a border-security and legal-residency measure.

- Plans to vote to override the governor’s veto of Senate Bill 153, which the campaign describes as a border-security and legal-residency measure.

Foreign Policy and Immigration

The integrity of our elections is fundamental to maintaining trust in our public officials. I am dedicated to ensuring that our elections are fair, transparent, and secure. By supporting voter ID laws, enhancing cybersecurity measures, and preventing voter fraud, we can protect the sanctity of our electoral process and maintain public trust in our institutions.

Supports voter identification laws, election cybersecurity measures, and efforts to prevent voter fraud.

- Supports voter identification laws, election cybersecurity measures, and efforts to prevent voter fraud.

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- Advocates for reducing regulations, supporting small businesses, and expanding vocational training to create jobs.
- Advocates for low taxes, reduced state spending, and efficient use of taxpayer dollars.
- Said the Senate has cut taxes, invested in infrastructure, and strengthened workforce training to expand jobs and opportunities.

Michael Lazzara was born in Palermo, Sicily. He is married to his wife, Catarina.

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Michael is the owner of Michaelangelo's Pizza and Lazzara's Pizza & Subs. He previously served as a veteran in the United States Marine Corps. 

Michael is currently a member of the North Carolina State Senate representing District 6. He previously served as a member of the Jacksonville City Council from 2005 to 2021.

Supports reducing regulations, aiding small businesses, and encouraging vocational training to create jobs and enhance the local economy.

Advocates for low taxes and reducing wasteful spending.

Supports legislation making it a felony to knowingly expose children under 16 to illegal drugs.

Supports providing bonuses and raises for police officers.

Supports Iryna's Law, which would require background checks for gun purchases.

Supports enhancing teacher retention efforts and promoting school choice.

Supports legislation that would allow parents to raise their children according to their sex assigned at birth without state interference.

Supports voter ID laws and enhancing cybersecurity to ensure fair, transparent, and secure elections.

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