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NC H146

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/21/2017

Primary Sponsor

Michael Speciale

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Origin

House of Representatives

2017-2018 Session

AI Summary

  • Modifies Section 5 of Article I of the North Carolina Constitution to remove the phrase "and government" so that citizens owe allegiance specifically to the U.S. Constitution rather than to both the Constitution and government of the United States.

  • Requires submission of the proposed constitutional amendment to voters at a statewide election in November 2018.

  • Ballot question asks voters whether to "Modify the North Carolina Constitution to clarify a citizen's allegiance is to the United States Constitution."

  • Amendment becomes effective upon certification by the State Board of Elections and enrollment with the Secretary of State if approved by a majority of votes cast.

  • Takes effect when signed into law.

Legislative Description

Citizen's Allegiance to U.S. Constitution

Last Action

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

2/22/2017

Committee Referrals

Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House2/22/2017

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