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NC S395

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/24/2025

Primary Sponsor

Val Applewhite

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 Session

AI Summary

  • Grants the Governor authority to issue a residential eviction moratorium by executive order during a declared state of emergency when the disaster has caused widespread displacement, job loss, or economic hardships that would lead to significant homelessness

  • Initial moratorium limited to 90 calendar days, with extensions allowed in 30-day increments up to a maximum of 180 total calendar days

  • Defines "eviction" broadly to include formal eviction proceedings, nonrenewal of leases for nonpayment of rent, and any other involuntary removal from a rental unit

  • Prohibits the General Assembly and Council of State from rescinding, modifying, or otherwise affecting a residential eviction moratorium issued under this provision

  • Authorizes the Governor to direct available State and federal funds toward rental assistance programs to mitigate financial impacts on landlords and tenants during the moratorium

Legislative Description

Disaster Relief Eviction Moratorium Act

Public

Last Action

Ref To Com On Rules and Operations of the Senate

3/25/2025

Committee Referrals

Rules and Operations of the Senate3/25/2025

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