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NC S197

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/7/2017

Primary Sponsor

Paul Lowe

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Origin

Senate

2017-2018 Session

AI Summary

  • Designates the bobcat as the official state cat of North Carolina.
  • Amends Chapter 145 of the General Statutes by adding section 145-49 to codify the bobcat designation.
  • Recognizes the bobcat as a member of the North American cat family found throughout North Carolina in wooded habitats.
  • Aims to increase public awareness of bobcats as a beneficial animal species native to the state.
  • Becomes effective upon enactment into law.

Legislative Description

Adopt Bobcat as State Cat

Last Action

Ref To Com On Rules and Operations of the Senate

3/8/2017

Committee Referrals

Rules and Operations of the Senate3/8/2017

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