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Ref to the Com on Appropriations, if favorable, Finance, if favorable, Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House2026-05-04

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Plain Language Summary

This bill authorizes North Carolina to create a special Red Wolf registration plate that vehicle owners can purchase for an additional $30 fee. Revenue from the plate sales will be distributed to support red wolf conservation efforts through the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission, and NC State University is directed to promote the plate on campus.

Arguments in Favor

• •Supporters argue this plate provides a voluntary, recurring funding source for red wolf conservation without requiring tax increases.
• •They contend it allows North Carolinians to demonstrate support for preserving this endangered native species while generating money for research, habitat protection, and management.
• •Proponents also note that NC State's promotion can raise awareness about red wolf conservation efforts statewide.

Arguments Against

• •Opponents may question whether a $30 plate fee is an efficient conservation funding mechanism compared to general tax appropriations, and whether the $15,000 setup cost and $50,000 promotion budget represent good use of taxpayer money.
• •Some may argue that mandatory conservation funding would be more reliable than depending on voluntary plate purchases, or that the funds could be better spent on other state priorities.