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NC H225

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/28/2023

Primary Sponsor

Wesley Harris

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Origin

House of Representatives

2023-2024 Session

AI Summary

  • Designates the Carolina BalloonFest held annually in October in Statesville as the official state balloon rally of North Carolina
  • Statesville has held a hot air balloon festival since 1974, making it the second oldest in the United States
  • The three-day family-friendly event features hot air balloons, sanctioned competitions, balloon flights, live entertainment, and a balloon glow
  • The Carolina BalloonFest attracts thousands of visitors annually and donates a percentage of proceeds to local nonprofits and community organizations
  • Becomes effective upon passage

Legislative Description

Designate State Balloon Rally

Counties; Cultural Resources; Festivals; Municipalities; Public; Recreation & Leisure; State Symbols; Iredell County; Statesvill

Last Action

Re-ref Com On Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House

3/23/2023

Committee Referrals

Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House3/23/2023
State Government3/2/2023

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