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NC H286

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

3/9/2011

Primary Sponsor

Edith Warren

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Origin

House of Representatives

2011-2012 Session

AI Summary

  • Designates the Herring Festival held annually in the Town of Jamesville, Martin County as the official herring festival of North Carolina.

  • Recognizes the festival's history since 1949 as a celebration of local heritage and an important community fundraiser for the town, fire department, rescue department, and local organizations.

  • Acknowledges the festival's family-oriented activities including parade, arts and crafts, rides, games, live music, and local food traditions.

  • Adds new section 145-33 to the General Statutes to codify the official designation.

  • Becomes effective upon enactment.

Legislative Description

Official Herring Festival

Last Action

Ref To Com On Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House

3/10/2011

Committee Referrals

Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House3/10/2011

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