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NC H147

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/21/2017

Primary Sponsor

Michael Speciale

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Origin

House of Representatives

2017-2018 Session

AI Summary

  • Repeals Section 4 of Article I of the North Carolina Constitution, which currently prohibits secession.

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

  • Ballot question asks voters whether to "Repeal the portion of the North Carolina Constitution that prohibits secession."

  • Amendment becomes effective upon certification by the State Board of Elections and Secretary of State if a majority of votes cast are in favor.

  • Bill becomes effective immediately upon enactment.

Legislative Description

Amend NC Constitution - Remove Secession

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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