[2] He was appointed to the state Senate on January 31, 2019 by Governor Roy Cooper, to replace Louis Pate, who resigned for health reasons.

SB41 removed the requirement for pistol permits, and in limited cases allow concealed carry at religious institutions located on school property.

Perry previously served as Chairman of the Senate’s Select Committee on Storm Related River Debris and Damage in North Carolina.

[8] Perry announced he would not run for re-election in December of 2023,[9] citing family health issues and inability to offer to time commitment another term would require.

While discussing the difficulties his daughter and family faced, Perry indicated he would register to lobby and donate his services to raise awareness for amputees.