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NC H833

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

4/12/2011

Primary Sponsor

Martha Alexander

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Origin

House of Representatives

2011-2012 Session

AI Summary

  • Recognizes the North Carolina State Capitol, completed in 1840, as one of the finest examples of Greek Revival architecture and a National Historic Landmark

  • Acknowledges David Paton, a Scottish-born architect who worked under noted English architect John Sloan, as the superintendent who oversaw the Capitol's construction beginning in September 1834

  • Notes the Capitol housed all three branches of state government until 1888 and has only hosted the General Assembly for special occasions since 1963

  • Encourages North Carolina citizens to visit and learn more about the State Capitol on the occasion of the 235th anniversary of the Halifax Resolves

Legislative Description

Honor State Capitol

Last Action

Adopted

4/12/2011

Committee Referrals

Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House4/7/2011

Full Bill Text

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