NC H864

Requires presidential and vice presidential candidates to file their federal income tax returns from the preceding 10 years with the State Board of Elections at least 50 days before the general election to appear on the ballot.

Mandates the State Board of Elections make submitted tax returns publicly available on its website within 7 days after filing, with personal information redacted in consultation with the Department of Revenue.

Candidates who fail to timely file the required federal income tax returns and written consent for public disclosure will not have their names printed on the official general election ballot.

Appropriates $100,000 to the State Board of Elections for fiscal year 2017-2018 and $100,000 for fiscal year 2018-2019 to develop and maintain the required systems.

Applies to all elections held after the bill becomes law, with appropriations effective July 1, 2017.