HJ 1233 Summary

• Honors the founders of Kinston and the city's 250 years of contributions to the community, state, and nation.

• Recognizes Kinston's historical significance, including serving as North Carolina's de facto capital in 1777 when state records were moved there during the Revolutionary War.

• Acknowledges Kinston's notable achievements, including hosting 22 National Register of Historic Places sites, being selected as an All-American City in 1988 and 2009, and its economic contributions through tobacco markets, textile manufacturing, and the Kinston Regional Jetport.

• Directs the Secretary of State to transmit a certified copy of the resolution to the Mayor of Kinston.

• Effective upon ratification on July 2, 2012.