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NC H148
Bill
Status
4/26/2017
Primary Sponsor
Michael Speciale
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AI Summary
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Repeals Section 4 of Article VI of the North Carolina Constitution, which establishes a literacy requirement as a condition to register to vote.
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Requires submission of the proposed amendment to qualified voters at a statewide election in November 2018.
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Voters will be presented with the question: "Repeal literacy requirement as a condition to register to vote" with options to vote FOR or AGAINST.
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Amendment becomes effective upon certification by the State Board of Elections and enrollment with the Secretary of State if a majority of voters approve it.
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Takes effect immediately upon becoming law.
Legislative Description
Amend NC Constitution - Literacy Requirement
Last Action
Ref To Com On Rules and Operations of the Senate
4/26/2017