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NC H333
Bill
Status
3/10/2011
Primary Sponsor
Jeff Barnhart
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AI Summary
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Designates stock car racing as the official sport of North Carolina.
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Cites North Carolina's significance in motorsports, including being home to over 90 percent of NASCAR Sprint Cup teams and more than 30 short tracks hosting over 700 events annually.
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Notes the motorsports industry generates a $6 billion annual economic impact in North Carolina and creates over 20,000 direct and indirect jobs.
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References North Carolina's motorsports heritage, including the NASCAR Hall of Fame, NC Auto Racing Hall of Fame, and legendary drivers Richard Petty, Junior Johnson, and Dale Earnhardt.
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Takes effect when enacted into law.
Legislative Description
Adopt Official State Sport
Last Action
Re-ref Com On Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House
6/7/2011