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NC H480

Bill

Status

Engrossed

5/10/2021

Primary Sponsor

Wesley Harris

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Origin

House of Representatives

2021-2022 Session

AI Summary

  • Designates the Carolina BalloonFest held annually in October in Statesville as the official balloon rally of North Carolina
  • Establishes a new section (§ 145-52) in Chapter 145 of the General Statutes to codify this designation
  • Carolina BalloonFest has been held since 1974 and is the second oldest hot air balloon festival in the United States
  • The three-day festival features hot air balloon competitions, tethered rides, live entertainment, a balloon glow, wine and craft beer tasting, and a kids zone, attracting thousands of visitors annually
  • The festival donates a percentage of proceeds to local nonprofits and community organizations

Legislative Description

Designate State Balloon Rally

Counties

Last Action

Ref To Com On Rules and Operations of the Senate

5/10/2021

Committee Referrals

Rules and Operations of the Senate5/10/2021
Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House4/21/2021
State Government4/5/2021

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