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NC S159
Bill
AI Summary
- Designates the Carolina BalloonFest held annually in October in Statesville as the official state balloon rally of North Carolina
- Statesville has hosted a hot air balloon festival since 1974 and holds the record as the second oldest hot air balloon festival in the United States
- The three-day family-friendly event features hot air balloon competitions, flights, tethered rides, live entertainment, balloon glow, kids activities, and wine and craft beer tasting
- The festival attracts thousands of annual visitors contributing to the local economy and donates a percentage of proceeds to local nonprofits and community organizations
- Effective upon enactment
Legislative Description
Designate State Balloon Rally
Counties; Cultural Resources; Festivals; Municipalities; Public; Recreation & Leisure; State Symbols; Iredell County; Statesvill
Last Action
Ref To Com On Rules and Operations of the Senate
2/27/2023
Committee Referrals
Rules and Operations of the Senate2/27/2023
Full Bill Text
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