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NC H539
Bill
Status
Engrossed
4/27/2023
Primary Sponsor
James Dixon
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AI Summary
- Designates the second Wednesday in November of each year as North Carolina Farmers Appreciation Day, beginning in 2024
- Adds § 103-17 to Chapter 103 of the General Statutes to codify the observance
- Names the North Carolina Grange as lead organization to develop and promote awareness of the first annual celebration
- Requires the Grange to consult with the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Cooperative Extension, University of Mt. Olive, Farm Bureau Federation, and commodity groups including pork, poultry, and cattle associations
- Mandates the Grange report to the Joint Legislative Oversight Committee on Agriculture and Natural and Economic Resources by June 30, 2024, regarding its promotional plan
Legislative Description
North Carolina Farmers Appreciation Day
Agriculture; Agriculture Dept.; Appropriations; Budgeting; Calendar; Corporations
Last Action
Ref To Com On Rules and Operations of the Senate
4/27/2023
Committee Referrals
Rules and Operations of the Senate4/27/2023
Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House4/5/2023
Agriculture4/4/2023
Appropriations4/3/2023
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