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NC H93
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/10/2025
Primary Sponsor
Terry Brown
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AI Summary
- Repeals Section 4 of Article VI of the North Carolina Constitution, which contains the literacy test requirement for voting
- Places a constitutional amendment on the November 3, 2026 statewide general election ballot for voter approval
- Ballot language notes that the federal Voting Rights Act of 1965 already prohibits implementation of literacy tests
- State Board of Elections must certify referendum results; if a majority votes in favor, the Secretary of State enrolls the amendment in permanent records
- Amendment becomes effective immediately upon certification if approved by voters
Legislative Description
Constitutional Amendment/Repeal Literacy Test
Education
Last Action
Ref To Com On Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House
2/12/2025
Committee Referrals
Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House2/12/2025
Full Bill Text
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