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NC H564
Bill
Status
4/14/2021
Primary Sponsor
Keith Kidwell
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AI Summary
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Amends the North Carolina Constitution to limit gubernatorial executive orders declaring statewide emergencies or directing state spending to a maximum of 30 days without additional approval.
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Allows executive orders to be extended for an additional 30 days (maximum 60 days total) only with approval by a majority vote of the Council of State by recorded vote.
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Permits the Governor to convene the General Assembly in special session to extend executive orders beyond 60 days from the date of issuance.
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Requires submission of the amendment to voters at the November 2022 general election, with the amendment becoming effective January 1, 2023 if approved by a majority of votes cast.
Legislative Description
Executive Order/Limitations
Public
Last Action
Ref to the Com on Judiciary 1, if favorable, State Government, if favorable, Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House
4/15/2021