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47th Senatorial District Local Act-1
IntroducedSenate
Primary Sponsor
Ralph HiseRepublicanLast Action
Ref To Com On Rules and Operations of the Senate2025-01-30
Vote Breakdown
No floor votes recorded.
Plain Language Summary
This is a local bill that applies only to North Carolina's 47th Senatorial District. The bill text provided does not specify what changes or policies it implements—it only establishes that whatever follows applies to this district and becomes effective upon passage.
Arguments in Favor
- •Supporters of local bills argue they allow the legislature to address specific, district-level needs that may not require statewide solutions.
- •Local acts can be tailored to unique circumstances of a particular region and passed more efficiently than general laws affecting all of North Carolina.
Arguments Against
- •Opponents of local bills raise concerns about transparency and equal treatment, arguing that localized legislation can create inconsistent rules across the state and may lack the public scrutiny given to general bills.
- •Without knowing the specific provisions, it's difficult to assess whether this bill addresses a legitimate local need or creates problematic fragmentation of state law.
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