The Daily Bulletin: 2013-06-24

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The Daily Bulletin: 2013-06-24

PUBLIC/HOUSE BILLS
H 24 (SL 2013-123) (2013-2014) DV ABUSER TREATMENT PROGRAM/AMENDMENTS (NEW). Filed Jan 30 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT TO AMEND THE PROCEDURES FOR PERSONS ON PROBATION WHO ARE DIRECTED TO PARTICIPATE IN AN ABUSER TREATMENT PROGRAM AND MAKE CLARIFYING CHANGES RELATING TO DOMESTIC VIOLENCE OFFENSES.

AN ACT TO AMEND THE PROCEDURES FOR PERSONS ON PROBATION WHO ARE DIRECTED TO PARTICIPATE IN AN ABUSER TREATMENT PROGRAM AND MAKE CLARIFYING CHANGES RELATING TO DOMESTIC VIOLENCE OFFENSES. Enacted June 19, 2013. Section 1 is effective December 1, 2013, and applies to defendants placed on supervised or unsupervised probation on or after that date. The remainder is effective June 19, 2013.

 
 
Intro. by T. Moore. GS 15A
H 29 (SL 2013-124) (2013-2014) METHAMPHETAMINE/OFFENSE/PENALTIES. Filed Jan 30 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT TO CREATE THE OFFENSE OF POSSESSION OF PSEUDOEPHEDRINE IF THE DEFENDANT HAS A PRIOR CONVICTION FOR THE POSSESSION OR MANUFACTURE OF METHAMPHETAMINE, AND TO AGGRAVATE THE PENALTY FOR MANUFACTURING METHAMPHETAMINE WHEN CHILDREN, DISABLED, OR ELDERLY ARE PRESENT, AS RECOMMENDED BY THE HOUSE SELECT COMMITTEE ON METHAMPHETAMINE ABUSE.

AN ACT TO CREATE THE OFFENSE OF POSSESSION OF PSEUDOEPHEDRINE IF THE DEFENDANT HAS A PRIOR CONVICTION FOR THE POSSESSION OR MANUFACTURE OF METHAMPHETAMINE, AND TO AGGRAVATE THE PENALTY FOR MANUFACTURING METHAMPHETAMINE WHEN CHILDREN, DISABLED, OR ELDERLY ARE PRESENT, AS RECOMMENDED BY THE HOUSE SELECT COMMITTEE ON METHAMPHETAMINE ABUSE. Enacted June 19, 2013. Effective December 1, 2013, for offenses committed on or after that date.

 
 
Intro. by Horn, Faircloth, Tolson, Stevens.GS 15A, GS 90
H 88 (SL 2013-117) (2013-2014) LIEN AGENTS/TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS (NEW). Filed Feb 11 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT TO MAKE TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS TO THE LAW PERTAINING TO LIEN AGENTS.

AN ACT TO MAKE TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS TO THE LAW PERTAINING TO LIEN AGENTS. Enacted June 19, 2013. Effective June 22, 2013. 

 
 
Intro. by Hurley. GS 44A, GS 58, GS 87, GS 153A, GS 160A
H 92 (2013-2014) GSC TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS 2013. Filed Feb 12 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT TO MAKE TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS TO THE GENERAL STATUTES AND SESSION LAWS, AS RECOMMENDED BY THE GENERAL STATUTES COMMISSION, AND TO MAKE ADDITIONAL TECHNICAL AND OTHER CHANGES TO THE GENERAL STATUTES AND SESSION LAWS.

Senate committee substitute to the 3rd edition makes the following changes.

Amends the act's long title.

Amends GS 19A-2 by referring to actions filed under the Article (Article 1, Civil Remedy for Protection of Animals) instead of under GS Chapter 19A and specifies that the venue is in the county where any violation is alleged to have occurred (removes the requirement that it be filed in superior court).

Amends GS 20-171.19(a) to clarify that a person is required to wear eye protection and a helmet when operating an all-terrain vehicle on a public street or highway or public vehicular area when such operation is otherwise legally permitted.

Amends GS 62-333 to make language gender neutral.

Amends GS 116-201(b)(1) to make technical and clarifying changes.

Amends GS 143B-721 to make the catchline gender neutral.

Amends Section 1(b) of SL 2013-1 to make a technical correction.

Amends Section 2 of SL 2013-26 to provide that the Charlotte Charter is located in SL 2000-26.

Amends Section 3 of SL 2013-55 to correct the number of the statute being amended to GS 47-29.1 (was, GS 47-29).

Provides that if House Bill 656 of the 2013 Regular Session becomes law, then GS 20-28.2(a1)(2) will be amended to provide that an innocent owner includes  a motor vehicle owner that (1) is a rental car company as defined in GS 66-201(a), and the vehicle was driven by a person who is not listed as an authorized driver on the rental agreement, as defined in GS 66-201 or (2) a rental car company as defined in GS 66-201(a) and the vehicle was driven by a person who is listed as an authorized driver on the rental agreement as defined in GS 66-201 and if the offense resulting in seizure was an impaired driving offense, the rental car company has no actual knowledge of the revocation of the renter's driver's license at the time the rental agreement is entered, or if the offense resulting in seizure was a felony speeding to elude arrest offense, the rental agreement expressly prohibits use of the vehicle while committing a felony.  Changes will become effective December 1, 2013.

Amends GS 83A-3(c) to provide that the NC Board of Architecture has the power to acquire, hold, rent, encumber, alienate, and otherwise deal with real property in the same way as a private person or corporation, subject only to approval of the Governor and the Council of State. Provides that collateral that is pledged by the Board for an encumbrance is limited to the assets, income, and revenues of the Board.

Provides that if House Bill 276 of the 2013 Regular Session becomes law, then GS 160A-388(b1) will be amended to provide for a technical and clarifying change, effective October 1, 2013.

Amends the enactment clause, clarifying that the act is effective when it becomes law except where otherwise provided.

 

 

H 120 (SL 2013-118) (2013-2014) BLDING CODES: LOCAL CONSISTENCY/EXEMPT CABLE (NEW). Filed Feb 19 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT TO REQUIRE APPROVAL FROM THE NORTH CAROLINA BUILDING CODE COUNCIL BEFORE A UNIT OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT MAY REQUIRE BUILDING INSPECTIONS IN ADDITION TO THOSE REQUIRED BY THE BUILDING CODE; TO SPECIFY THE FREQUENCY AND EFFECTIVE DATES OF CODE UPDATES; AND TO EXEMPT CABLE TELEVISION EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION FROM BUILDING CODE REQUIREMENTS.

AN ACT TO REQUIRE APPROVAL FROM THE NORTH CAROLINA BUILDING CODE COUNCIL BEFORE A UNIT OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT MAY REQUIRE BUILDING INSPECTIONS IN ADDITION TO THOSE REQUIRED BY THE BUILDING CODE; TO SPECIFY THE FREQUENCY AND EFFECTIVE DATES OF CODE UPDATES; AND TO EXEMPT CABLE TELEVISION EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION FROM BUILDING CODE REQUIREMENTS. Enacted June 19, 2013. Effective July 1, 2013.

 
 
Intro. by Hager, W. Brawley, Cotham, Arp. GS 143, GS 153A, GS 160A
H 157 (SL 2013-125) (2013-2014) LIMIT USE OF HIGHWAY FUND CREDIT BALANCE. Filed Feb 26 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT TO PROTECT THE TAXPAYERS OF NORTH CAROLINA FROM THE DIVERSION OF FUEL TAX PROCEEDS FOR NONTRANSPORTATION USES BY REQUIRING THAT THE UNRESERVED CREDIT BALANCE IN THE HIGHWAY FUND BE USED FOR ROAD-RELATED USES.

AN ACT TO PROTECT THE TAXPAYERS OF NORTH CAROLINA FROM THE DIVERSION OF FUEL TAX PROCEEDS FOR NONTRANSPORTATION USES BY REQUIRING THAT THE UNRESERVED CREDIT BALANCE IN THE HIGHWAY FUND BE USED FOR ROAD-RELATED USES. Enacted June 19, 2013. Effective July 1, 2014.

 
 
Intro. by Jeter, B. Brown, Dobson, Szoka.GS 136
H 211 (SL 2013-120) (2013-2014) WEIGHT LIMITS/ANIMAL FEED TRUCKS. Filed Mar 4 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT TO MODIFY THE WEIGHT RESTRICTIONS APPLICABLE TO VEHICLES TRANSPORTING FEED THAT IS USED IN THE FEEDING OF POULTRY OR LIVESTOCK WHEN TRAVELING WITHIN ONE HUNDRED FIFTY MILES OF THE POINT OF ORIGIN TO CERTAIN LOCATIONS.

AN ACT TO MODIFY THE WEIGHT RESTRICTIONS APPLICABLE TO VEHICLES TRANSPORTING FEED THAT IS USED IN THE FEEDING OF POULTRY OR LIVESTOCK WHEN TRAVELING WITHIN ONE HUNDRED FIFTY MILES OF THE POINT OF ORIGIN TO CERTAIN LOCATIONS. Enacted June 19, 2013. Effective July 1, 2013.

 
 
Intro. by Dixon, Brisson, J. Bell, L. Bell.GS 20
H 276 (SL 2013-126) (2013-2014) ZONING/BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT CHANGES. Filed Mar 12 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT TO CLARIFY AND MODERNIZE STATUTES REGARDING ZONING BOARDS OF ADJUSTMENT.

AN ACT TO CLARIFY AND MODERNIZE STATUTES REGARDING ZONING BOARDS OF ADJUSTMENT. Enacted June 19, 2013. Effective October 1, 2013.

 
 
Intro. by G. Graham, Stam.GS 153A, GS 160A
H 278 (SL 2013-127) (2013-2014) HOAS/VOLUNTARY PRELITIGATION MEDIATION. Filed Mar 12 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT ENCOURAGING PARTIES TO A DISPUTE INVOLVING CERTAIN MATTERS RELATED TO REAL ESTATE UNDER THE JURISDICTION OF A HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION TO INITIATE MEDIATION TO TRY TO RESOLVE THE DISPUTE PRIOR TO FILING A CIVIL ACTION.

AN ACT ENCOURAGING PARTIES TO A DISPUTE INVOLVING CERTAIN MATTERS RELATED TO REAL ESTATE UNDER THE JURISDICTION OF A HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION TO INITIATE MEDIATION TO TRY TO RESOLVE THE DISPUTE PRIOR TO FILING A CIVIL ACTION. Enacted June 19, 2013. Effective July 1, 2013, and applies to disputes not specifically exempted by this act that occur on or after that date.

 
 
Intro. by D. Ross, D. Hall.GS 7A
H 279 (SL 2013-121) (2013-2014) TRANSFER ENVIRONMENTAL PERMITS. Filed Mar 12 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT TO AUTHORIZE THE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO TRANSFER CERTAIN ENVIRONMENTAL PERMITS ASSOCIATED WITH PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT WHEN THE ORIGINAL PROPERTY OWNER IS UNWILLING OR UNABLE TO AGREE TO THE PERMIT TRANSFER.

AN ACT TO AUTHORIZE THE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO TRANSFER CERTAIN ENVIRONMENTAL PERMITS ASSOCIATED WITH PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT WHEN THE ORIGINAL PROPERTY OWNER IS UNWILLING OR UNABLE TO AGREE TO THE PERMIT TRANSFER. Enacted June 19, 2013. Effective June 19, 2013.

 
 
Intro. by Millis, Hager, McElraft, Moffitt.GS 113A, GS 143
H 289 (SL 2013-128) (2013-2014) STATE COMPUTER EQUIPMENT/BUY REFURBISHED. Filed Mar 12 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT RELATED TO THE PURCHASING OF REFURBISHED COMPUTER EQUIPMENT AS A METHOD OF ACQUISITION FOR STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES.

AN ACT RELATED TO THE PURCHASING OF REFURBISHED COMPUTER EQUIPMENT AS A METHOD OF ACQUISITION FOR STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES. Enacted June 19, 2013. Effective June 19, 2013.

 
 
Intro. by Saine, Horn, Cotham.UNCODIFIED
H 317 (SL 2013-119) (2013-2014) IMPROVE ED. FOR CHILDREN WHO ARE DEAF. Filed Mar 13 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT TO IMPROVE EDUCATIONAL OUTCOMES FOR NORTH CAROLINA CHILDREN WHO ARE DEAF OR HARD OF HEARING.

AN ACT TO IMPROVE EDUCATIONAL OUTCOMES FOR NORTH CAROLINA CHILDREN WHO ARE DEAF OR HARD OF HEARING. Enacted June 19, 2013. Effective June 19, 2013.

 
 
Intro. by Blackwell, Farmer-Butterfield, Holloway, Martin.UNCODIFIED
H 350 (SL 2013-129) (2013-2014) COURT IMPROVEM'T PROJECT JUV LAW CHANGES.-AB Filed Mar 19 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT TO MAKE VARIOUS CHANGES TO THE JUVENILE CODE PURSUANT TO REVISIONS PROPOSED BY THE COURT IMPROVEMENT PROJECT.

AN ACT TO MAKE VARIOUS CHANGES TO THE JUVENILE CODE PURSUANT TO REVISIONS PROPOSED BY THE COURT IMPROVEMENT PROJECT. Enacted June 19, 2013. Effective October 1, 2013, applicable to actions filed or pending on or after that date.

 
 
Intro. by Jordan, C. Graham.GS 7B
H 396 (SL 2013-122) (2013-2014) ENACT PRIVATE WELL WATER EDUCATION ACT.-AB Filed Mar 20 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT TO ENACT THE PRIVATE WELL WATER EDUCATION ACT AT THE REQUEST OF THE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES.

AN ACT TO ENACT THE PRIVATE WELL WATER EDUCATION ACT AT THE REQUEST OF THE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES. Enacted June 19, 2013. Effective June 19, 2013.

 
 
Intro. by Catlin, Moffitt, Millis, Hollo.GS 87
H 439 (SL 2013-130) (2013-2014) ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT JOBSITES PROGRAM. Filed Mar 26 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT TO CREATE AN INFRASTRUCTURE PROPERTY TAX DEFERRAL PROGRAM.

AN ACT TO CREATE AN INFRASTRUCTURE PROPERTY TAX DEFERRAL PROGRAM. Enacted June 19, 2013. Section 4 is effective June 19, 2013. The remainder is effective for taxes imposed for taxable years beginning on or after July 1, 2013.

 
 
Intro. by Howard, Moffitt, Murry, Tine.GS 105, GS 143B
H 473 (SL 2013-116) (2013-2014) NC CAPTIVE INSURANCE ACT. Filed Mar 28 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT TO ENACT THE NORTH CAROLINA CAPTIVE INSURANCE ACT.

AN ACT TO ENACT THE NORTH CAROLINA CAPTIVE INSURANCE ACT. Enacted June 19, 2013. Effective July 1, 2013, if funds are appropriated for the 2013-15 fiscal biennium to provide the Department of Insurance with regulatory staff and resources to license and regulate captive insurance companies. If no funds are appropriated, then the act is not effective until July 1 of a year the General Assembly appropriates funds to implement it.

 
 
Intro. by Dockham, Howard, Johnson, Tine.GS 105, GS 58, GS 97
H 505 (SL 2013-131) (2013-2014) EXTEND DSWC ANIMAL WASTE INSPECTIONS (NEW). Filed Apr 2 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT TO CODIFY AND MAKE PERMANENT THE PROGRAM FOR INSPECTIONS OF CERTAIN ANIMAL OPERATIONS BY THE DIVISION OF SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION.

AN ACT TO CODIFY AND MAKE PERMANENT THE PROGRAM FOR INSPECTIONS OF CERTAIN ANIMAL OPERATIONS BY THE DIVISION OF SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION. Enacted June 19, 2013. Effective June 30, 2013.

 
 
Intro. by Waddell, Millis, Iler, McElraft. GS 143
H 510 (2013-2014) FOSTER CARE CHILDREN'S BILL OF RIGHTS. Filed Apr 2 2013, AN ACT TO PROVIDE FOR THE FOSTER CHILDREN'S BILL OF RIGHTS UNDER THE LAWS PERTAINING TO CONTROL OVER CHILD PLACING AND CHILD CARE.

Senate committee substitute makes the following changes to the 2nd edition.

Amends GS 131D-10.1, Foster Care Children's Bill of Rights; purpose, providing that the General Assembly promotes the following, among other things, as core elements of the Foster Care Children's Bill of Rights, including (1) the establishment and continued access to a bank and savings account in accordance with state and federal laws and regulations (previously, only provided for establishing of a bank or savings account) and (2) participation in family team, treatment team, court, and school meetings as included parts comprising the meaningful participation of a transition plan for those phasing out of foster care. Provides that violations of GS 131D-10.1(a), subdivisions (1) through (11), the core components of the Foster Care Children's Bill of Rights, cannot be construed to create a cause of action against the State or the Department of Health and Human Services as well as a person or entity providing foster care (previously, only prevented cause of actions against persons or entities providing foster care pursuant to this Article).

 

Intro. by Cotham, Hardister, Avila, Jackson.GS 131D
H 515 (SL 2013-132) (2013-2014) AMEND CREDIT UNION LAWS. Filed Apr 2 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT TO AMEND THE LAWS GOVERNING CREDIT UNIONS.

AN ACT TO AMEND THE LAWS GOVERNING CREDIT UNIONS. Enacted June 19, 2013. Effective July 1, 2013. Sections 2 and 4 apply to accounts established as of that date and accounts created on or after that date.

 
 
Intro. by J. Bell, L. Hall, Wells, Jordan.GS 54
H 611 (SL 2013-133) (2013-2014) SUSPENSION REMOVED WHEN ELIGIBILITY MET. Filed Apr 8 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT TO REQUIRE THE DIVISION OF MOTOR VEHICLES TO EXPUNGE SUSPENSIONS AND REVOCATIONS ENTERED ON A LIMITED PERMITTEE OR PROVISIONAL LICENSEE'S DRIVING RECORD IF THE STUDENT PROVIDES THE REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION TO THE DIVISION THAT THE STUDENT MEETS THE ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS AND IF THE LIMITED PERMITTEE OR PROVISIONAL LICENSEE HAS NEVER HAD A PRIOR EXPUNCTION FROM THE PERMITTEE'S DRIVING RECORD.

AN ACT TO REQUIRE THE DIVISION OF MOTOR VEHICLES TO EXPUNGE SUSPENSIONS AND REVOCATIONS ENTERED ON A LIMITED PERMITTEE OR PROVISIONAL LICENSEE'S DRIVING RECORD IF THE STUDENT PROVIDES THE REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION TO THE DIVISION THAT THE STUDENT MEETS THE ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS AND IF THE LIMITED PERMITTEE OR PROVISIONAL LICENSEE HAS NEVER HAD A PRIOR EXPUNCTION FROM THE PERMITTEE'S DRIVING RECORD. Enacted June 19, 2013. Effective December 1, 2013.

 
 
Intro. by W. Brawley.GS 20
H 623 (SL 2013-134) (2013-2014) MODIFY WEIGHT LIMITS FOR LINE TRUCKS. Filed Apr 9 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT TO MODIFY THE VEHICLE WEIGHT LIMITS FOR A SINGLE AXLE TRUCK OWNED, OPERATED BY, OR UNDER CONTRACT TO A PUBLIC UTILITY OR ELECTRIC OR TELEPHONE MEMBERSHIP CORPORATION AND USED IN CONNECTION WITH THE INSTALLATION, RESTORATION, OR MAINTENANCE OF UTILITY SERVICES IN CERTAIN AREAS.

AN ACT TO MODIFY THE VEHICLE WEIGHT LIMITS FOR A SINGLE AXLE TRUCK OWNED, OPERATED BY, OR UNDER CONTRACT TO A PUBLIC UTILITY OR ELECTRIC OR TELEPHONE MEMBERSHIP CORPORATION AND USED IN CONNECTION WITH THE INSTALLATION, RESTORATION, OR MAINTENANCE OF UTILITY SERVICES IN CERTAIN AREAS. Enacted June 19, 2013. Effective January 1, 2014.

 
 
Intro. by Presnell.GS 20
H 629 (SL 2013-135) (2013-2014) AMEND DEFINITION OF SPECIAL PURPOSE PROJECT. Filed Apr 9 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT TO AMEND THE DEFINITION OF A SPECIAL PURPOSE PROJECT TO INCLUDE AGRICULTURAL AND FORESTRY WASTE DISPOSAL FACILITIES.

AN ACT TO AMEND THE DEFINITION OF A SPECIAL PURPOSE PROJECT TO INCLUDE AGRICULTURAL AND FORESTRY WASTE DISPOSAL FACILITIES. Enacted June 19, 2013. Effective June 19, 2013.

 
 
Intro. by Martin, R. Brawley, Lewis.GS 159C
H 650 (SL 2013-136) (2013-2014) GUARANTY ASSOCIATION ACT AMENDMENTS. Filed Apr 9 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT TO MAKE CLARIFYING, CONFORMING, AND OTHER CHANGES TO THE NORTH CAROLINA LIFE AND HEALTH INSURANCE GUARANTY ASSOCIATION ACT.

AN ACT TO MAKE CLARIFYING, CONFORMING, AND OTHER CHANGES TO THE NORTH CAROLINA LIFE AND HEALTH INSURANCE GUARANTY ASSOCIATION ACT. Enacted June 19, 2013. Effective July 1, 2013.

 
 
Intro. by Collins.GS 58
H 684 (SL 2013-137) (2013-2014) INCREASE DRIVEWAY SAFETY ON CURVY ROADS. Filed Apr 9 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT TO INCREASE DRIVEWAY SAFETY ON CURVY ROADS.

AN ACT TO INCREASE DRIVEWAY SAFETY ON CURVY ROADS. Enacted June 19, 2013. Effective June 19, 2013.

 
 
Intro. by Elmore, Stevens.UNCODIFIED
H 707 (SL 2013-138) (2013-2014) ENSURE SAFE NAVIGATION CHANNELS. Filed Apr 10 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT TO DIRECT THE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO PURSUE VARIOUS STRATEGIES TO ENSURE THAT THE STATE'S SHALLOW DRAFT NAVIGATION CHANNELS ARE SAFE AND NAVIGABLE AND TO CREATE THE OREGON INLET LAND ACQUISITION TASK FORCE.

AN ACT TO DIRECT THE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO PURSUE VARIOUS STRATEGIES TO ENSURE THAT THE STATE'S SHALLOW DRAFT NAVIGATION CHANNELS ARE SAFE AND NAVIGABLE AND TO CREATE THE OREGON INLET LAND ACQUISITION TASK FORCE. Enacted June 19, 2013. Effective June 19, 2013.

 
 
Intro. by Millis, McElraft, Warren, Tine. STUDY
H 762 (SL 2013-139) (2013-2014) AMEND CERTAIN BAIL BOND PROCEDURES. Filed Apr 10 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT TO AMEND VARIOUS PROCEDURAL REQUIREMENTS REGARDING BAIL BONDS.

AN ACT TO AMEND VARIOUS PROCEDURAL REQUIREMENTS REGARDING BAIL BONDS. Enacted June 19, 2013. Effective December 1, 2013.

 
 
Intro. by Hardister, Faircloth, Turner, Wray.GS 15A
H 763 (SL 2013-140) (2013-2014) ALLOW ALIMONY/POST SEP SUPP DURING MARRIAGE. Filed Apr 10 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT AMENDING THE LAWS PERTAINING TO CONTRACTS BETWEEN A HUSBAND AND WIFE TO ALLOW A SPOUSE TO WAIVE OR ESTABLISH ALIMONY AND POST SEPARATION SUPPORT DURING THE MARRIAGE.

AN ACT AMENDING THE LAWS PERTAINING TO CONTRACTS BETWEEN A HUSBAND AND WIFE TO ALLOW A SPOUSE TO WAIVE OR ESTABLISH ALIMONY AND POST SEPARATION SUPPORT DURING THE MARRIAGE. Enacted June 19, 2013. Effective June 19, 2013.

 
 
Intro. by Goodman, Jordan.GS 50, GS 52
H 765 (SL 2013-141) (2013-2014) JURY INSTRUCTIONS FOR SCHOOL BUDGET DISPUTE. Filed Apr 10 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT TO CLARIFY AND CODIFY JURY INSTRUCTIONS FOR A BUDGET DISPUTE BETWEEN BOARD OF EDUCATION AND BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS.

AN ACT TO CLARIFY AND CODIFY JURY INSTRUCTIONS FOR A BUDGET DISPUTE BETWEEN BOARD OF EDUCATION AND BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS. Enacted June 19, 2013. Effective June 19, 2013.

 
 
Intro. by Dixon.GS 115C
H 850 (SL 2013-147) (2013-2014) POSSESSION OF NEEDLES/TELL LAW OFFICER. Filed Apr 11 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT TO PROVIDE THAT A PERSON WHO ALERTS AN OFFICER OF THE PRESENCE OF A HYPODERMIC NEEDLE OR OTHER SHARP OBJECT POSSESSED BY THE PERSON PRIOR TO A SEARCH BY THE OFFICER SHALL NOT BE CHARGED WITH POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA FOR POSSESSION OF THE NEEDLE OR OTHER SHARP OBJECT.

AN ACT TO PROVIDE THAT A PERSON WHO ALERTS AN OFFICER OF THE PRESENCE OF A HYPODERMIC NEEDLE OR OTHER SHARP OBJECT POSSESSED BY THE PERSON PRIOR TO A SEARCH BY THE OFFICER SHALL NOT BE CHARGED WITH POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA FOR POSSESSION OF THE NEEDLE OR OTHER SHARP OBJECT. Enacted June 19, 2013. Effective December 1, 2013.

Intro. by Faircloth.GS 90
H 879 (SL 2013-148) (2013-2014) GRAND JURORS/SERVICE. Filed Apr 11 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT PROVIDING THAT JURORS WHO SERVE THEIR FULL TERM OF SERVICE ON A GRAND JURY SHALL NOT BE REQUIRED TO SERVE AGAIN AS A GRAND JUROR OR AS A JUROR FOR A PERIOD OF SIX YEARS.

AN ACT PROVIDING THAT JURORS WHO SERVE THEIR FULL TERM OF SERVICE ON A GRAND JURY SHALL NOT BE REQUIRED TO SERVE AGAIN AS A GRAND JUROR OR AS A JUROR FOR A PERIOD OF SIX YEARS. Enacted June 19, 2013. Effective January 1, 2014.

Intro. by Davis, Daughtry.GS 9, GS 15A
H 892 (SL 2013-149) (2013-2014) NO FISCAL NOTE FOR RULE REPEAL. Filed Apr 11 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT TO AMEND THE ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURE ACT TO ELIMINATE THE REQUIREMENT THAT AN AGENCY PREPARE A FISCAL NOTE WHEN REPEALING A RULE.

AN ACT TO AMEND THE ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURE ACT TO ELIMINATE THE REQUIREMENT THAT AN AGENCY PREPARE A FISCAL NOTE WHEN REPEALING A RULE. Enacted June 19, 2013. Effective June 19, 2013.

Intro. by Catlin, W. Brawley.GS 150B
H 1016 (2013-2014) HONOR JAMES E. RAMSEY. Filed Jun 24 2013, A JOINT RESOLUTION HONORING THE LIFE AND MEMORY OF JAMES EDWARD RAMSEY, FORMER SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.

As title indicates.

Intro. by Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House.JOINT RES
H 1017 (2013-2014) HONORING THE GROVE PARK INN'S CENTENNIAL. Filed Jun 24 2013, A JOINT RESOLUTION HONORING THE MEMORY OF THE DESIGNERS OF THE GROVE PARK INN WHILE OBSERVING THE INN'S ONE HUNDREDTH ANNIVERSARY.

As title indicates.

Intro. by Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House.JOINT RES

The Daily Bulletin: 2013-06-24

PUBLIC/SENATE BILLS
S 9 (SL 2013-142) (2013-2014) UTILITIES/DESIGN/SURVEY LOCATION SERVICES. Filed Jan 30 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT REQUIRING UTILITY OWNERS TO LOCATE AND DESCRIBE UNDERGROUND UTILITIES UPON WRITTEN OR ORAL REQUEST FROM A PERSON WHO IS RESPONSIBLE FOR DESIGNING OR SURVEYING UNDERGROUND FACILITIES OR REQUIRES A GENERAL DESCRIPTION AND LOCATION OF EXISTING UNDERGROUND FACILITIES IN AN AREA.

AN ACT REQUIRING UTILITY OWNERS TO LOCATE AND DESCRIBE UNDERGROUND UTILITIES UPON WRITTEN OR ORAL REQUEST FROM A PERSON WHO IS RESPONSIBLE FOR DESIGNING OR SURVEYING UNDERGROUND FACILITIES OR REQUIRES A GENERAL DESCRIPTION AND LOCATION OF EXISTING UNDERGROUND FACILITIES IN AN AREA. Enacted June 19, 2013. Effective July 15, 2013.

 
 
Intro. by Meredith.GS 87
S 36 (SL 2013-143) (2013-2014) APA TECHNICAL/CLARIFYING CHGES. Filed Jan 31 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT TO MAKE CERTAIN TECHNICAL, CLARIFYING, AND CONFORMING CHANGES TO THE ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURE ACT, AS RECOMMENDED BY THE JOINT LEGISLATIVE ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURE OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE.

AN ACT TO MAKE CERTAIN TECHNICAL, CLARIFYING, AND CONFORMING CHANGES TO THE ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURE ACT, AS RECOMMENDED BY THE JOINT LEGISLATIVE ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURE OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE. Enacted June 19, 2013. Section 4 is effective October 1, 2013. The remainder is effective June 19, 2013.

Intro. by Hartsell.GS 150B
S 124 (SL 2013-144) (2013-2014) SHOOT GUN INSIDE/TO INCITE FEAR. Filed Feb 21 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT TO MAKE IT A CRIMINAL OFFENSE TO DISCHARGE A FIREARM WITHIN AN ENCLOSURE WITH THE INTENT TO INCITE FEAR.

AN ACT TO MAKE IT A CRIMINAL OFFENSE TO DISCHARGE A FIREARM WITHIN AN ENCLOSURE WITH THE INTENT TO INCITE FEAR. Enacted June 19, 2013. Effective December 1, 2013.

Intro. by Brunstetter.GS 14
S 137 (SL 2013-145) (2013-2014) PROHIBIT CO-PAY WAIVER/MEDICAID PROVIDERS. Filed Feb 26 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT TO PROHIBIT THE REGULAR BUSINESS PRACTICE OF WAIVING REQUIRED MEDICAID AND HEALTH CHOICE RECIPIENT CO-PAYMENTS BY CERTAIN PROVIDERS.

AN ACT TO PROHIBIT THE REGULAR BUSINESS PRACTICE OF WAIVING REQUIRED MEDICAID AND HEALTH CHOICE RECIPIENT CO-PAYMENTS BY CERTAIN PROVIDERS. Enacted June 19, 2013. Effective October 1, 2013.

Intro. by Tillman. GS 108C
S 156 (SL 2013-146) (2013-2014) CLARIFY LEC PROCEDURES/TC. Filed Feb 28 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT TO CLARIFY THE LEGISLATIVE ETHICS COMMITTEE'S INVESTIGATIVE PROCEDURES AND TO MAKE OTHER TECHNICAL CHANGES AS RECOMMENDED BY THE LEGISLATIVE ETHICS COMMITTEE.

AN ACT TO CLARIFY THE LEGISLATIVE ETHICS COMMITTEE'S INVESTIGATIVE PROCEDURES AND TO MAKE OTHER TECHNICAL CHANGES AS RECOMMENDED BY THE LEGISLATIVE ETHICS COMMITTEE. Enacted June 19, 2013. Section 2 is effective January 1, 2007, and applies to advisory opinions issued by the Legislative Ethics Committee on or after that date. The remainder is effective June 19, 2013.

Intro. by Hartsell, Soucek, Newton.GS 120
S 207 (SL 2013-150) (2013-2014) MAINTAINING WATER & SEWER FISCAL HEALTH. Filed Mar 6 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT TO PROTECT THE FISCAL HEALTH OF NORTH CAROLINA'S WATER AND SEWER SYSTEMS.

AN ACT TO PROTECT THE FISCAL HEALTH OF NORTH CAROLINA'S WATER AND SEWER SYSTEMS. Enacted June 19, 2013. Effective July 1, 2013.

Intro. by Tucker.GS 159
S 211 (SL 2013-151) (2013-2014) CITIES/PUBLIC NUISANCE NOTICE. Filed Mar 6 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT AUTHORIZING CITIES TO PROVIDE ANNUAL NOTICE TO CHRONIC VIOLATORS OF PUBLIC NUISANCE ORDINANCES BY REGULAR MAIL AND POSTING.

AN ACT AUTHORIZING CITIES TO PROVIDE ANNUAL NOTICE TO CHRONIC VIOLATORS OF PUBLIC NUISANCE ORDINANCES BY REGULAR MAIL AND POSTING. Enacted June 19, 2013. Effective June 19, 2013.

Intro. by Parmon, Brunstetter.GS 160A
S 222 (SL 2013-152) (2013-2014) REVISE CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES REPORTING. Filed Mar 6 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT TO REVISE THE NORTH CAROLINA CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES REPORTING SYSTEM ACT, AS RECOMMENDED BY THE CHILD FATALITY TASK FORCE.

AN ACT TO REVISE THE NORTH CAROLINA CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES REPORTING SYSTEM ACT, AS RECOMMENDED BY THE CHILD FATALITY TASK FORCE. Enacted June 19, 2013. Sections 1 and 2 are effective January 1, 2014. The remainder is effective June 19, 2013.

Intro. by Allran, Bingham.GS 90
S 239 (SL 2013-153) (2013-2014) AMEND NC BUSINESS CORPORATION ACT. Filed Mar 7 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT TO MAKE VARIOUS REVISIONS TO THE NORTH CAROLINA BUSINESS CORPORATION ACT.

AN ACT TO MAKE VARIOUS REVISIONS TO THE NORTH CAROLINA BUSINESS CORPORATION ACT. Enacted June 19, 2013. Effective January 1, 2014.

Intro. by Clodfelter, Barringer, Brunstetter.GS 55
S 306 (SL 2013-154) (2013-2014) CAPITAL PUNISHMENT/AMENDMENTS. Filed Mar 13 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT TO EXCLUDE THE ADMINISTRATION OF A LETHAL INJECTION FROM THE PRACTICE OF MEDICINE; TO CODIFY THE LAW THAT PROHIBITS REGULATORY BOARDS FROM SANCTIONING HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS FOR ASSISTING IN THE EXECUTION PROCESS; TO AMEND THE LAW ON THE ADMINISTRATION OF A LETHAL INJECTION; TO REQUIRE THE SETTING OF AN EXECUTION DATE IF ANY OF THE EVENTS WHICH ARE PROVIDED BY STATUTE HAVE OCCURRED; TO ELIMINATE THE PROCESS BY WHICH A DEFENDANT MAY USE STATISTICS TO HAVE A SENTENCE OF DEATH REDUCED TO LIFE IN PRISON WITHOUT PAROLE; TO REQUIRE PERIODIC REPORTS ON THE TRAINING AND AVAILABILITY OF PERSONNEL TO CARRY OUT A DEATH SENTENCE; AND TO REQUIRE PERIODIC REPORTS ON THE STATUS OF PENDING POSTCONVICTION CAPITAL CASES.

AN ACT TO EXCLUDE THE ADMINISTRATION OF A LETHAL INJECTION FROM THE PRACTICE OF MEDICINE; TO CODIFY THE LAW THAT PROHIBITS REGULATORY BOARDS FROM SANCTIONING HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS FOR ASSISTING IN THE EXECUTION PROCESS; TO AMEND THE LAW ON THE ADMINISTRATION OF A LETHAL INJECTION; TO REQUIRE THE SETTING OF AN EXECUTION DATE IF ANY OF THE EVENTS WHICH ARE PROVIDED BY STATUTE HAVE OCCURRED; TO ELIMINATE THE PROCESS BY WHICH A DEFENDANT MAY USE STATISTICS TO HAVE A SENTENCE OF DEATH REDUCED TO LIFE IN PRISON WITHOUT PAROLE; TO REQUIRE PERIODIC REPORTS ON THE TRAINING AND AVAILABILITY OF PERSONNEL TO CARRY OUT A DEATH SENTENCE; AND TO REQUIRE PERIODIC REPORTS ON THE STATUS OF PENDING POSTCONVICTION CAPITAL CASES. Enacted June 19, 2013. Effective June 19, 2013.

Intro. by Goolsby.GS 15, GS 15A, GS 90
S 328 (2013-2014) SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT REFORM ACT OF 2013. Filed Mar 14 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT TO (1) EXTEND THE DURATION OF PERMITS FOR SANITARY LANDFILLS AND TRANSFER STATIONS TO THIRTY YEARS; (2) MODIFY THE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES' AUTHORITY TO ISSUE AND TRANSFER PERMITS FOR SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT FACILITIES; (3) MODIFY CERTAIN REQUIREMENTS GOVERNING SANITARY LANDFILLS, INCLUDING APPLICABLE BUFFERS, CLEANING AND INSPECTION OF LEACHATE COLLECTION LINES, ALTERNATIVE DAILY COVER, AND REQUIRED STUDIES FOR CERTAIN LANDFILL OWNERS AND OPERATORS; (4) MODIFY REQUIREMENTS FOR FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY APPLICABLE TO APPLICANTS AND PERMIT HOLDERS FOR SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT FACILITIES; (5) AMEND THE RULE GOVERNING COLLECTION AND TRANSPORT OF SOLID WASTE TO REQUIRE THAT CONTAINERS BE "LEAK-RESISTANT" RATHER THAN "LEAK-PROOF," AND AMEND A STATUTE THAT REQUIRES VEHICLES TO BE CONSTRUCTED AND LOADED TO PREVENT LEAKAGE; (6) AMEND THE DEFINITION OF LEACHATE TO EXCLUDE LIQUID ADHERING TO TIRES OF VEHICLES LEAVING SANITARY LANDFILLS AND TRANSFER STATIONS; (7) AUTHORIZE CITIES AND COUNTIES THAT ACCEPT SOLID WASTE FROM OTHER LOCAL GOVERNMENTS TO LEVY A SURCHARGE ON FEES FOR USE OF THEIR DISPOSAL FACILITIES, AND AUTHORIZE THEM TO MAKE APPROPRIATIONS FROM A UTILITY OR PUBLIC SERVICE ENTERPRISE FUND USED FOR OPERATION OF A LANDFILL TO THE JURISDICTION'S GENERAL FUND UPON CERTAIN FINDINGS; (8) REQUIRE THE RETURN OF A PORTION OF THE REIMBURSEMENTS PAID OUT PURSUANT TO S.L. 2007-543 IN CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES; AND (9) MAKE RELATED CLARIFYING, CONFORMING, AND TECHNICAL CHANGES.

Senate amendments make the following changes to the 3rd edition.

Amendment #1 makes the following changes.

Amends GS 130A-294 to providethat permits issued pursuant to new subsection (a2)must take into account both the duration of any permits previously issued for the facility andthe remaining capacity at the facility (was, the duration of previously issued permits).

Amends GS 130A-295.8(b)(3) to reinsert sub-subdivision a, deleted in the 3rd edition,which providedthat permit modification applies to an application for any changeto the plans approved in a permit for a solid waste management facility that is not a "permit amendment" or a "new permit." Also provides that thissub-subdivision does not apply to sanitary landfills or transfer stations. Makes an organizational change.

Provides that Section 3 of this act becomes effectiveJuly 1, 2014 (was, August 1, 2013).Provides that GS 130A-295.6(h2), as enacted by Section 3(a) of this act, applies to new landfills for which a permit is issued on or after July 1, 2014.

Amendment #2 makes the following changes.

Amends GS 130A-294(a)(4)c to require the Department ofEnvironment and Natural Resources (DENR) to deny a permit for a solid waste management facility upon a finding that construction or operation of the proposed facility would encroach on or have a significant adverse impact on any military installation or branch of the military. Defines military installation for the purposes of this section. Adds new subsection (b4) to GS 130A-294to require DENR, within 10 days of receiving an application for a permit or a substantial amendment to an existing permit for a sanitary landfill or transfer station, to notify designated points of contact for the Department of Defense and the Department of Homeland Security and to forward a copy of the application to the points of contactwith a request for a determination by both departments as to whether the proposed facility would encroach upon or have an otherwise significant adverse impact on any military installation or branch of the military. Provides that if DENR does not receive a statementindicating that the facility will have anadverse impact within 45 days of submitting the request, then DENR is to consider the proposed facility to have no adverse impact.

Intro. by Wade, Brown, Jackson.GS 20, GS 130A, GS 153A, GS 159, GS 160A
S 387 (SL 2013-155) (2013-2014) FOREST SERVICE CHANGES/BEDDING LAW ROE (NEW). Filed Mar 20 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT TO (1) MAKE TECHNICAL AND CONFORMING CHANGES PERTAINING TO THE RENAMING OF THE NORTH CAROLINA FOREST SERVICE AND TO MAKE OTHER CHANGES IN THE FOREST SERVICE STATUTES AND (2) PROVIDE A RIGHT OF ENTRY FOR THE COMMISSIONER OF AGRICULTURE TO ENFORCE THE LAWS RELATED TO BEDDING.

AN ACT TO (1) MAKE TECHNICAL AND CONFORMING CHANGES PERTAINING TO THE RENAMING OF THE NORTH CAROLINA FOREST SERVICE AND TO MAKE OTHER CHANGES IN THE FOREST SERVICE STATUTES AND (2) PROVIDE A RIGHT OF ENTRY FOR THE COMMISSIONER OF AGRICULTURE TO ENFORCE THE LAWS RELATED TO BEDDING. Enacted June 19, 2013. Effective July 1, 2013.

Intro. by Barefoot, Cook, Walters. GS 105, GS 1, GS 20, GS 77, GS 97, GS 106, GS 113, GS 143, GS 166A
S 411 (SL 2013-156) (2013-2014) ETHICS REQUIREMENTS FOR MPOS/RPOS. Filed Mar 25 2013, AN ACT TO PROVIDE THAT THE TRANSPORTATION ADVISORY COMMITTEES OF METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATIONS AND RURAL TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ORGANIZATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO STANDARD ETHICS PROVISIONS.

AN ACT TO PROVIDE THAT THE TRANSPORTATION ADVISORY COMMITTEES OF METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATIONS AND RURAL TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ORGANIZATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO STANDARD ETHICS PROVISIONS. Enacted June 19, 2013. Effective June 19, 2013.

Intro. by Rabon, Harrington. GS 136
S 439 (SL 2013-157) (2013-2014) AMEND & RESTATE NC LIMITED LIABILITY CO. ACT. Filed Mar 26 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT TO AMEND AND RESTATE THE NORTH CAROLINA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY ACT AND TO MAKE OTHER CONFORMING CHANGES.

AN ACT TO AMEND AND RESTATE THE NORTH CAROLINA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY ACT AND TO MAKE OTHER CONFORMING CHANGES. Enacted June 19, 2013. Effective January 1, 2014, except as otherwise provided.

Intro. by Clodfelter, Barringer, Brunstetter.GS 105, GS 25, GS 55, GS 55A, GS 55D, GS 57C, GS 59, GS 66, GS 87, GS 89C, GS 89F, GS 117, GS 57D
S 443 (SL 2013-158) (2013-2014) DISPOSITION OF ABANDONED FIREARMS (NEW). Filed Mar 26 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT TO PROVIDE FOR THE DISPOSITION OF FIREARMS BY LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES.

AN ACT TO PROVIDE FOR THE DISPOSITION OF FIREARMS BY LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES. Enacted June 19, 2013. Effective September 1, 2013.

Intro. by Brock. GS 14, GS 15
S 452 (SL 2013-159) (2013-2014) JURISDICTIONAL AMTS/ARBITRATION/SM CLAIMS CT. Filed Mar 26 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT TO INCREASE THE JURISDICTIONAL AMOUNTS IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE, TO MAKE ARBITRATION MANDATORY IN CERTAIN CIVIL CASES, AND TO PROVIDE GUIDANCE TO THE COURT FOR THE ASSESSMENT OF COURT COSTS AND ATTORNEYS' FEES IN SMALL CLAIMS MATTERS WHEN AN ARBITRATOR'S DECISION IN FAVOR OF THE APPELLEE IS AFFIRMED ON APPEAL.

AN ACT TO INCREASE THE JURISDICTIONAL AMOUNTS IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE, TO MAKE ARBITRATION MANDATORY IN CERTAIN CIVIL CASES, AND TO PROVIDE GUIDANCE TO THE COURT FOR THE ASSESSMENT OF COURT COSTS AND ATTORNEYS' FEES IN SMALL CLAIMS MATTERS WHEN AN ARBITRATOR'S DECISION IN FAVOR OF THE APPELLEE IS AFFIRMED ON APPEAL. Enacted June 19, 2013. Effective August 1, 2013.

Intro. by Goolsby.GS 6, GS 7A
S 468 (SL 2013-160) (2013-2014) ALIGN INSPECTIONS W/INSTALLER LICENSING. Filed Mar 27 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT TO SPECIFY THAT WHEN APPLIANCE INSTALLERS ARE LICENSED TO PERFORM ALL ASPECTS OF AN INSTALLATION, JUST ONE PERMIT AND INSPECTION WILL BE REQUIRED.

 AN ACT TO SPECIFY THAT WHEN APPLIANCE INSTALLERS ARE LICENSED TO PERFORM ALL ASPECTS OF AN INSTALLATION, JUST ONE PERMIT AND INSPECTION WILL BE REQUIRED. Enacted June 19, 2013. Effective July 1, 2013.

Intro. by Jenkins.GS 153A, GS 160A
S 486 (SL 2013-161) (2013-2014) PERTUSSIS EDUCATION & AWARENESS. Filed Mar 27 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT REQUIRING HOSPITALS TO PROVIDE PARENTS OF NEWBORNS WITH EDUCATIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT PERTUSSIS DISEASE AND AVAILABLE VACCINE PROTECTIONS IN ORDER TO BETTER PROTECT NEWBORNS AGAINST PERTUSSIS DISEASE.

AN ACT REQUIRING HOSPITALS TO PROVIDE PARENTS OF NEWBORNS WITH EDUCATIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT PERTUSSIS DISEASE AND AVAILABLE VACCINE PROTECTIONS IN ORDER TO BETTER PROTECT NEWBORNS AGAINST PERTUSSIS DISEASE. Enacted June 19, 2013. Effective October 1, 2013.

Intro. by Tarte, Pate, Hise.GS 131E
S 489 (SL 2013-162) (2013-2014) CONSUMER FINANCE ACT AMENDMENTS. Filed Mar 27 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT TO MODIFY THE MAXIMUM INTEREST RATE ALLOWED AND TO MAKE VARIOUS AMENDMENTS TO THE NORTH CAROLINA CONSUMER FINANCE ACT TO ENSURE CONTINUED ACCESS TO CREDIT.

AN ACT TO MODIFY THE MAXIMUM INTEREST RATE ALLOWED AND TO MAKE VARIOUS AMENDMENTS TO THE NORTH CAROLINA CONSUMER FINANCE ACT TO ENSURE CONTINUED ACCESS TO CREDIT. Enacted June 19, 2013. Effective July 1, 2013.

Intro. by Gunn, Newton, Clodfelter.GS 53
S 520 (SL 2013-163) (2013-2014) WC/RECORD FULL IC HEARINGS. Filed Mar 28 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT TO REQUIRE THAT HEARINGS OF THE INDUSTRIAL COMMISSION ARE RECORDED.

AN ACT TO REQUIRE THAT HEARINGS OF THE INDUSTRIAL COMMISSION ARE RECORDED. Enacted June 19, 2013. Effective August 1, 2013. 

Intro. by Daniel.GS 97
S 528 (SL 2013-164) (2013-2014) CLARIFY PETIT JUROR OATH. Filed Mar 28 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT TO CLARIFY THAT PETIT JURORS ARE REQUIRED TO TAKE THE OATH SET FORTH IN THE NORTH CAROLINA CONSTITUTION AND TO PROVIDE CONSISTENCY BETWEEN THE STATUTES SETTING FORTH THE OATHS TO BE TAKEN BY PETIT JURORS.

AN ACT TO CLARIFY THAT PETIT JURORS ARE REQUIRED TO TAKE THE OATH SET FORTH IN THE NORTH CAROLINA CONSTITUTION AND TO PROVIDE CONSISTENCY BETWEEN THE STATUTES SETTING FORTH THE OATHS TO BE TAKEN BY PETIT JURORS. Enacted June 19, 2013. Effective October 1, 2013.

Intro. by Goolsby.GS 9, GS 11
S 530 (SL 2013-165) (2013-2014) PROHIBIT E-CIGARETTE SALES TO MINORS. Filed Mar 28 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT TO PROHIBIT THE DISTRIBUTION OF TOBACCO-DERIVED PRODUCTS AND VAPOR PRODUCTS TO MINORS.

AN ACT TO PROHIBIT THE DISTRIBUTION OF TOBACCO-DERIVED PRODUCTS AND VAPOR PRODUCTS TO MINORS. Enacted June 19, 2013. Effective August 1, 2013.

Intro. by Goolsby.GS 14
S 539 (SL 2013-166) (2013-2014) JURY LIST/DATE OF BIRTH INFORMATION. Filed Mar 28 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT TO AUTHORIZE A COUNTY JURY COMMISSION TO OBTAIN DATE OF BIRTH INFORMATION FROM BOARDS OF ELECTIONS WHEN PREPARING THE MASTER JURY LIST AND TO ENSURE THE CONFIDENTIALITY OF THE DATES OF BIRTH OF PROSPECTIVE JURORS.

AN ACT TO AUTHORIZE A COUNTY JURY COMMISSION TO OBTAIN DATE OF BIRTH INFORMATION FROM BOARDS OF ELECTIONS WHEN PREPARING THE MASTER JURY LIST AND TO ENSURE THE CONFIDENTIALITY OF THE DATES OF BIRTH OF PROSPECTIVE JURORS. Enacted June 19, 2013. Effective June 19, 2013.

Intro. by Clodfelter, Tarte. GS 9, GS 163
S 542 (SL 2013-167) (2013-2014) DRUG TESTING FOR LTC APPLICANTS & EMPLOYEES. Filed Mar 28 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT TO REQUIRE LONG-TERM CARE FACILITIES TO REQUIRE APPLICANTS FOR EMPLOYMENT AND CERTAIN EMPLOYEES TO SUBMIT TO DRUG TESTING FOR CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES.

AN ACT TO REQUIRE LONG-TERM CARE FACILITIES TO REQUIRE APPLICANTS FOR EMPLOYMENT AND CERTAIN EMPLOYEES TO SUBMIT TO DRUG TESTING FOR CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES. Enacted June 19, 2013. Effective October 1, 2013.

Intro. by Cook, Jackson, Rabin.GS 131D, GS 131E
S 545 (SL 2013-168) (2013-2014) MASTER METERS/LANDLORD-TENANT AGREEMENT. Filed Mar 28 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT PROVIDING FOR THE USE OF A MASTER METER FOR ELECTRIC AND NATURAL GAS SERVICE WHEN THE TENANT AND LANDLORD HAVE AGREED IN THE LEASE THAT THE COST OF THE SERVICES SHALL BE INCLUDED IN THE RENTAL PAYMENTS AND THE SERVICE SHALL BE IN THE LANDLORD'S NAME.

AN ACT PROVIDING FOR THE USE OF A MASTER METER FOR ELECTRIC AND NATURAL GAS SERVICE WHEN THE TENANT AND LANDLORD HAVE AGREED IN THE LEASE THAT THE COST OF THE SERVICES SHALL BE INCLUDED IN THE RENTAL PAYMENTS AND THE SERVICE SHALL BE IN THE LANDLORD'S NAME. Enacted June 19, 2013. Effective June 19, 2013.

Intro. by Rabin.GS 143
S 583 (SL 2013-169) (2013-2014) METAL THEFT STATUTE AMENDMENTS. Filed Apr 2 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT TO MAKE VARIOUS AMENDMENTS TO THE STATUTES THAT REGULATE SECONDARY METALS RECYCLERS.

AN ACT TO MAKE VARIOUS AMENDMENTS TO THE STATUTES THAT REGULATE SECONDARY METALS RECYCLERS. Enacted June 19, 2013. Effective June 19, 2013.

Intro. by Tucker.GS 66
S 584 (SL 2013-170) (2013-2014) AMEND FALSE LIENS LAW. Filed Apr 2 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT TO EXPAND THE PROTECTION AGAINST FALSE LIENS TO INCLUDE THE IMMEDIATE FAMILY OF A PUBLIC OFFICER OR PUBLIC EMPLOYEE.

AN ACT TO EXPAND THE PROTECTION AGAINST FALSE LIENS TO INCLUDE THE IMMEDIATE FAMILY OF A PUBLIC OFFICER OR PUBLIC EMPLOYEE. Enacted June 19, 2013. Effective December 1, 2013.

Intro. by Tucker.GS 14
S 613 (2013-2014) CREATE MILITARY AFFAIRS COMMISSION. Filed Apr 2 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT TO CREATE THE NORTH CAROLINA MILITARY AFFAIRS COMMISSION.

Senate amendment makes the following changes to the 4th edition.

Amends GS 127C-2, concerning membership of the Military Affairs Commission, providing that the Commission will consist of 21 voting members (was, 20), with 11 voting members being appointed by the Governor (previously, 10 members were appointed by the Governor). Further provides that of the 11 members appointed by the Governor, six (was, five)  must be persons who reside in the state and are involved in military issues through civic, commercial, or governmental relationships. Expands the list of officers, or designees, that will be invited to serve as nonvoting ex officio members of the Commission, adding the commanding officers of the Coast Guard Sector North Carolina and of the Naval Support Activity Hampton Roads. Provides that, out of the 11 members appointed by the Governor to serve on the Commission, seven members (was, six) will be initially appointed to two year terms.

Intro. by Brown.GS 127C
S 630 (SL 2013-171) (2013-2014) EVIDENCE & DNA EXPUNCTION LAWS.-AB Filed Apr 2 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT TO AMEND THE LAWS REGARDING DISPOSITION OF BLOOD EVIDENCE, ADMISSIBILITY OF REPORTS AFTER NOTICE AND DEMAND, AND EXPUNCTION OF DNA SAMPLES TAKEN UPON ARREST.

AN ACT TO AMEND THE LAWS REGARDING DISPOSITION OF BLOOD EVIDENCE, ADMISSIBILITY OF REPORTS AFTER NOTICE AND DEMAND, AND EXPUNCTION OF DNA SAMPLES TAKEN UPON ARREST. Enacted June 19, 2013. Section 1 is effective June 19, 2013. The remainder is effective December 1, 2013, and applies to proceedings held on or after that date and verification forms received by the SBI on or after that date.

Intro. by Newton.GS 8, GS 15A, GS 20, GS 90
S 638 (2013-2014) NC FARM ACT OF 2013. Filed Apr 2 2013, AN ACT TO ENACT THE NORTH CAROLINA FARM ACT OF 2013 TO (1) LIMIT THE LIABILITY OF NORTH CAROLINA COMMODITY PRODUCERS ARISING FROM FOOD SAFETY ISSUES RELATED TO THEIR PRODUCTS; (2) LIMIT THE LIABILITY OF FARM ANIMAL ACTIVITY SPONSORS, FARM ANIMAL PROFESSIONALS, AND AGRITOURISM OPERATORS AND CLARIFY THAT EQUINE RECREATION WHERE THE LANDOWNER RECEIVES NO COMPENSATION IS SUBJECT TO THE RECREATIONAL USE STATUTE AND NOT THE EQUINE ACTIVITY LIABILITY STATUTE; (3) ALLOW THE COMMISSIONER OF AGRICULTURE TO ASSESS NONMONETARY PENALTIES TO ADDRESS VIOLATIONS WHEN APPROPRIATE; (4) DECREASE THE FREQUENCY OF THE AGRICULTURAL WATER USE SURVEY; (5) LIMIT THE PERSONALLY IDENTIFYING INFORMATION THAT THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES MAY DISCLOSE ABOUT ITS ANIMAL HEALTH PROGRAMS; (6) MAKE CONFORMING CHANGES TO THE NAME OF THE STRUCTURAL PEST CONTROL AND PESTICIDES DIVISION AND CLARIFY THE RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE DIVISION; (7) AMEND CERTAIN EGG LABELING REQUIREMENTS; (8) REPEAL THE INTERSTATE PEST CONTROL COMPACT; (9) REPEAL CERTAIN CLEANLINESS STANDARDS FOR CREAMERIES AND DAIRY FACILITIES THAT ARE ADDRESSED BY THE NC FOOD, DRUG, AND COSMETIC ACT; (10) CHANGE SETBACK DISTANCES AND BURN TIMES FOR FLAMMABLE MATERIALS RESULTING FROM GROUND CLEARING ACTIVITIES; (11) REPEAL THE STATE SULFUR CONTENT STANDARDS FOR GASOLINE; (12) EXEMPT FORESTRY AND SILVICULTURE OPERATIONS FROM TEMPORARY DRIVEWAY PERMITTING; (13) ALLOW A FARM BUILDING THAT IS USED FOR PUBLIC OR PRIVATE EVENTS TO MAINTAIN ITS FARM BUILDING STATUS FOR PURPOSES OF THE STATE BUILDING CODE; (14) EXEMPT CERTAIN STRUCTURES FROM THE SPRINKLER SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS OF THE NORTH CAROLINA BUILDING CODE; (15) ALLOW RETAILERS TO DISPLAY MORE THAN FOUR HUNDRED SQUARE FEET OF NURSERY STOCK FOR SALE IN THEIR PARKING LOTS; (16) EXPAND THE AGRICULTURAL DAM EXEMPTION TO THE DAM SAFETY ACT; (17) ALLOW A LANDOWNER TO WITHDRAW WATER FOR AGRICULTURAL USE DURING WATER SHORTAGE EMERGENCIES UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS; (18) DIRECT THE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES AND THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO JOINTLY PETITION THE WILMINGTON DISTRICT OF THE UNITED STATES ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS TO ALLOW FOR GREATER FLEXIBILITY AND OPPORTUNITY TO PERFORM STREAM AND WETLANDS MITIGATION BEYOND THE IMMEDIATE WATERSHED WHERE DEVELOPMENT WILL OCCUR; AND (19) ACCELERATE THE SUNSET DATE OF THE PETROLEUM DISPLACEMENT PLAN AS A RESULT OF THE STATE HAVING SUBSTANTIALLY ACHIEVED ITS TWENTY PERCENT REDUCTION GOAL OF THE USE OF PETROLEUM PRODUCTS.

House committee substitute to the 2nd edition makes the following changes.

Enacts new GS 99B-12 entitling a commodity producer who is certified by the US Department of Agriculture Agricultural Marketing Service Good Agricultural Practices and Good Handling Practices Audit Verification Program, or other designated third party certification program, to a rebuttable presumption that the commodity producer was not negligent when death or injury is proximately caused by the consumption of the producer's raw agricultural commodity. Provides that the presumption can be overcome only by clear and convincing evidence. Defines commodity producer and raw agricultural commodity.

Amends GS 99E-2 to delete acts of negligence or omission that proximately caused the injury, damage, or death from those acts that an equine activity sponsor, equine professional, or another person engaged in an equine activity can be held liable for.

Amends GS 99E-4 as follows. Amends the definition of farm animal activity to remove reference to informal or impromptu in regard to rides, trips, shows, clinics, hunts, parades, games, exhibitions, or other activities sponsored by a farm animal activity sponsor.

Amends GS 99E-5 to delete acts of negligence or omission that proximately caused the injury, damage, or death from those acts that a farm animal activity sponsor, a farm animal professional, or any other person engaged in a farm animal activity can be held liable for.

Amends GS 99E-31 to delete acts of negligence that proximately caused the injury, damage, or death from those acts that an agritourism professional can be held liable for. Effective July 1, 2013.

Amends GS 106-65.23 to make language gender neutral and to change the name of the Structural Pest Control Division to the Structural Pest Control and Pesticides Division. Removes the requirement that the Structural Pest Control Committee report to the Board of Agriculture on the action taken in the Committee's final decision and the financial status of the Structural Pest Control Division. Makes conforming changes to the Division's name in GS 106-65.24 and GS 106-65.30.

Amends GS 106-245.20 to provide that the statute (which establishes egg labeling requirements) does not apply to retailers who (1) display egg prices in the same manner as other products the retailer sells and (2) comply with GS 106-245.15 (designation of grade and class on containers required; conformity with designation; exemption).

Enacts new GS 136-92.1 to exempt forestry operations and silviculture operations that require temporary ingress from a property to state roads from the temporary driveway permit process, except for controlled access facilities, if the operator of the temporary driveway has attended an education course on timbering access and has obtained a safety certification.

Makes conforming changes to the act's long title.

Makes technical changes to GS 143-138.

Repeals GS 143-214.7(d1), which prohibits a retail merchant from using more than 400 square feet of impervious surface area within the portion of the merchant's premises that is designed to be used for vehicular parking for the display and sale of nursery stock, with listed exceptions.

Amends the directive requiring the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and the Department of Transportation to petition the Wilmington District of the US Army Corps of Engineers to require that it include petition for greater flexibility and opportunity to perform stream mitigation, as well as wetlands mitigation, outside of the eight digit hydrologic unit code where development will occur.

Amends SL 2005-276, Section 19.5(a), as amended, to require all state agencies, universities, and community colleges that have state-owned vehicle fleets to continue to implement petroleum displacement plans to improve the state's use of alternative fuels, synthetic lubricants, and efficient vehicles. Requires that efforts include use of specified types of fuel and vehicles and the use of advanced technology to manage and reduce the consumption of petroleum products. Deletes the requirement that the plan achieve a 20% reduction of current petroleum products by July 1, 2016, requiring a report to the State Energy Office before implementing a plan, and requiring the State Energy Office to report on plans to the Joint Legislative Commission on Governmental Operations and requiring agencies to implement their plans by January 1, 2006.

 

Intro. by Jackson, Brock.GS 99B, GS 99E, GS 106, GS 119, GS 136, GS 143

The Daily Bulletin: 2013-06-24

LOCAL/HOUSE BILLS
H 140 (SL 2013-172) (2013-2014) CITY OF LOWELL / REGULATE UTILITY VEHICLES. Filed Feb 21 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT TO ALLOW THE CITY OF LOWELL TO REGULATE UTILITY VEHICLES.

AN ACT TO ALLOW THE CITY OF LOWELL TO REGULATE UTILITY VEHICLES. Enacted June 20, 2013. Effective June 20, 2013.

 
 
Intro. by Torbett.Gaston
H 229 (SL 2013-179) (2013-2014) HOLDEN BEACH/CANAL DREDGING DISTRICT FEE. Filed Mar 5 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWNS OF HOLDEN BEACH AND OCEAN ISLE BEACH TO ACCUMULATE FUNDS IN A CAPITAL RESERVE FUND FOR THE PURPOSE OF CANAL DREDGING AND MAINTENANCE FOR A PERIOD OF TEN YEARS.

AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWNS OF HOLDEN BEACH AND OCEAN ISLE BEACH TO ACCUMULATE FUNDS IN A CAPITAL RESERVE FUND FOR THE PURPOSE OF CANAL DREDGING AND MAINTENANCE FOR A PERIOD OF TEN YEARS. Enacted June 24, 2013. Effective June 24, 2013.

 
 
Intro. by Iler. Brunswick
H 234 (SL 2013-180) (2013-2014) CLARIFY PENDER COUNTY ABC LAWS (NEW). Filed Mar 6 2013, A BILL ENTITLED AN ACT TO CLARIFY THE DISTRIBUTION OF CERTAIN NET PROFITS FROM THE PENDER COUNTY BOARD OF ALCOHOLIC CONTROL FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT PURPOSES.

AN ACT TO CLARIFY THE DISTRIBUTION OF CERTAIN NET PROFITS FROM THE PENDER COUNTY BOARD OF ALCOHOLIC CONTROL FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT PURPOSES. Enacted June 24, 2013. Effective July 1, 2013.

Intro. by Millis.Pender
H 305 (SL 2013-173) (2013-2014) CHAPEL HILL/ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS. Filed Mar 13 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT AMENDING THE CHARTER OF THE TOWN OF CHAPEL HILL TO AUTHORIZE THE TOWN TO PARTICIPATE IN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS THAT ARE NOT IN THE TOWN'S DOWNTOWN AREA.

AN ACT AMENDING THE CHARTER OF THE TOWN OF CHAPEL HILL TO AUTHORIZE THE TOWN TO PARTICIPATE IN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS THAT ARE NOT IN THE TOWN'S DOWNTOWN AREA. Enacted June 20, 2013. Effective June 20, 2013.

Intro. by Foushee, Luebke.Durham, Orange
H 326 (SL 2013-174) (2013-2014) RUTHERFORD COUNTY CONDEMNATION CONSENT. Filed Mar 18 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT REQUIRING THE CONSENT OF RUTHERFORD COUNTY BEFORE LAND IN THE COUNTY MAY BE CONDEMNED OR ACQUIRED BY A UNIT OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT OUTSIDE THE COUNTY.

AN ACT REQUIRING THE CONSENT OF RUTHERFORD COUNTY BEFORE LAND IN THE COUNTY MAY BE CONDEMNED OR ACQUIRED BY A UNIT OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT OUTSIDE THE COUNTY. Enacted June 20, 2013. Effective June 20, 2013.

Intro. by Hager.Rutherford, GS 153A
H 354 (SL 2013-175) (2013-2014) 2 COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MAY SERVE/AB TECH. BD. Filed Mar 19 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT AUTHORIZING TWO COUNTY COMMISSIONERS TO SERVE ON THE BOARD OF ASHEVILLE-BUNCOMBE TECHNICAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE.

AN ACT AUTHORIZING TWO COUNTY COMMISSIONERS TO SERVE ON THE BOARD OF ASHEVILLE-BUNCOMBE TECHNICAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE. Enacted June 20, 2013. Effective June 20, 2013.

Intro. by Ramsey, Moffitt, Presnell.Buncombe, GS 115D
H 408 (SL 2013-176) (2013-2014) BEAUFORT/RIGHT-OF-WAY SAFETY. Filed Mar 21 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT TO PROHIBIT THE DISCHARGE OF A FIREARM OR BOW AND ARROW FROM THE RIGHT-OF-WAY IN BEAUFORT COUNTY.

AN ACT TO PROHIBIT THE DISCHARGE OF A FIREARM OR BOW AND ARROW FROM THE RIGHT-OF-WAY IN BEAUFORT COUNTY. Enacted June 20, 2013. Effective October 1, 2013.

Intro. by Speciale.Beaufort
H 427 (SL 2013-177) (2013-2014) MIDDLESEX/EXTEND MAYOR'S TERM TO FOUR YEARS. Filed Mar 26 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT AMENDING THE CHARTER OF THE TOWN OF MIDDLESEX TO EXTEND THE TERM OF OFFICE OF THE MAYOR FROM TWO TO FOUR YEARS.

AN ACT AMENDING THE CHARTER OF THE TOWN OF MIDDLESEX TO EXTEND THE TERM OF OFFICE OF THE MAYOR FROM TWO TO FOUR YEARS. Enacted June 20, 2013. Effective June 20, 2013.

Intro. by Collins.Nash
H 562 (SL 2013-178) (2013-2014) CRAMERTON CHARTER REVISAL. Filed Apr 3 2013, A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT TO REVISE AND CONSOLIDATE THE CHARTER OF THE TOWN OF CRAMERTON.

AN ACT TO REVISE AND CONSOLIDATE THE CHARTER OF THE TOWN OF CRAMERTON. Enacted June 20, 2013. Effective June 20, 2013. 

Intro. by Bumgardner.Gaston

The Daily Bulletin: 2013-06-24

ACTIONS ON BILLS

Actions on Bills: 2013-06-24

PUBLIC BILLS

H 56: AMEND STATE CONTRACT REVIEW LAWS.

    House: Cal Pursuant 36(b)
    House: Placed On Cal For 06/25/2013

H 57: CHILD NUTRITION PROGRAM SOLVENCY AND SUPPORT.

    Ratified

H 92: GSC TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS 2013.

    Senate: Reptd Fav Com Substitute
    Senate: Com Substitute Adopted

H 122: AMEND INTERLOCUTORY APPEALS/FAMILY LAW.

    House: Failed Concur In S Com Sub
    House: Conf Com Appointed

H 147: AMEND ADOPTION LAWS.

    Ratified

H 168: DIVISION OF ATTY'S FEES IN WORKERS' COMP (NEW).

    Senate: Withdrawn From Com
    Senate: Re-ref Com On Judiciary I

H 201: BUILDING REUTILIZATION FOR ECONOMIC DEV. ACT.

    Senate: Withdrawn From Cal
    Senate: Re-ref Com On Rules and Operations of the Senate
    Senate: Withdrawn From Cal
    Senate: Re-ref Com On Rules and Operations of the Senate

H 209: DV ORDERS/FINDINGS NOT REQUIRED (NEW).

    Ratified

H 220: DESIGNATE NC FRAGILE X AWARENESS DAY.

    House: Cal Pursuant 36(b)
    House: Placed On Cal For 06/25/2013

H 249: SUBSTITUTE TEACHER DEDUCTION/PERSONAL LEAVE.

    Ratified

H 296: OMNIBUS WILDLIFE RESOURCES COMMISSION ACT (NEW).

    Senate: Withdrawn From Com
    Senate: Re-ref Com On Finance

H 336: CONTINUING BUDGET AUTHORITY (NEW).

    Senate: Withdrawn From Com
    Senate: Re-ref Com On Appropriations/Base Budget

H 476: REWRITE UNDERGROUND DAMAGE PREVENTION ACT.

    Senate: Rec From House
    Senate: Passed 1st Reading
    Senate: Ref to Commerce. If fav, re-ref to Finance

H 492: SAFEGUARD QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS-MEDICAID PCS (NEW).

    Senate: Withdrawn From Com
    Senate: Placed On Cal For 06/25/2013

H 510: FOSTER CARE CHILDREN'S BILL OF RIGHTS.

    Senate: Reptd Fav Com Substitute
    Senate: Com Substitute Adopted

H 522: FOREIGN LAWS/PROTECT CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS (NEW).

    Senate: Withdrawn From Com
    Senate: Re-ref Com On Judiciary I

H 563: FOREIGN TRADE ZONE/EXPAND DEF OF PUB CORP.

    Senate: Rec From House
    Senate: Passed 1st Reading
    Senate: Ref To Com On Commerce

H 626: NOTIFY LAW ENFORCEMENT OF TOWED VEHICLES (NEW).

    Ratified

H 628: PROTECT/PROMOTE LOCALLY SOURCED BLDG. MTRL'S (NEW).

    Ratified

H 656: FORFEITURE FOR SPEEDING TO ELUDE REVISIONS.

    House: Concurred In S/Com Sub
    House: Ordered Enrolled

H 680: START-UPS ACT/NEW MARKETS TAX CREDIT ACT. (NEW)

    Senate: Rec From House
    Senate: Passed 1st Reading
    Senate: Ref to Commerce. If fav, re-ref to Finance
    Senate: Rec From House
    Senate: Passed 1st Reading
    Senate: Ref to Commerce. If fav, re-ref to Finance

H 700: OMNIBUS STATE IT GOVERNANCE CHANGES.

    House: Cal Pursuant 36(b)
    House: Placed On Cal For 06/25/2013

H 743: UI LAWS ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES.

    House: Withdrawn From Com
    House: Added to Calendar
    House: Concurred On 2nd Reading

H 784: WORTHLESS CHECK/PRESENT CASHED CHECK.

    House: Concurred In S/Com Sub
    House: Ordered Enrolled

H 785: COST-SHARING/TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENTS.

    Ratified

H 819: HONOR BOBBY HAROLD BARBEE.

    House: Withdrawn From Com
    House: Placed On Cal For 06/25/2013

H 828: UPDATE PHYSICAL THERAPY PRACTICE ACT.

    Senate: Withdrawn From Com
    Senate: Re-ref Com On Judiciary I

H 832: EXPAND PHARMACISTS' IMMUNIZING AUTHORITY.

    House: Rec From Senate
    House: Rec To Concur S Com Sub

H 868: RESID. SCHOOL CHANGES.

    Ratified

H 1016: HONOR JAMES E. RAMSEY.

    House: Reptd Fav. For Introduction
    House: Filed

H 1017: HONORING THE GROVE PARK INN'S CENTENNIAL.

    House: Reptd Fav. For Introduction
    House: Filed

S 18: AMEND LOCKSMITH LICENSE ACT/RAISE FEE CEILING.

    House: Rec From Senate

S 168: CLARIFY EDUCATION REPORTING REQUIREMENTS.

    Senate: Rec To Concur H Com Sub
    Senate: Placed On Cal For 06/25/2013

S 205: ELIMINATE UNNECESSARY TESTING/ANIMAL WASTE.

    House: Passed 2nd Reading
    House: Passed 3rd Reading

S 231: MODIFY DUTIES/ADVISORY COUNCIL ON INDIAN EDUC.

    Senate: Failed Concur In H Com Sub
    Senate: Conf Com Appointed

S 264: ABATE NUISANCES/DRUG SALES FROM STORES.

    Senate: Concurred In H Amend S264v2
    Senate: Ordered Enrolled

S 328: SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT REFORM ACT OF 2013.

    Senate: Amend Adopted A1
    Senate: Amend Adopted A2
    Senate: Amend Failed A3
    Senate: Passed 3rd Reading
    Engrossed

S 377: SUSPEND TRUCK INSPECTION/SEVERE WEATHER.

    Senate: Concurred In H/Com Sub
    Senate: Ordered Enrolled

S 407: ELECTRONIC VEHICLE LIEN/TITLE.

    House: Rec From Senate

S 485: UNC/REPORT/E-COMMERCE/IMPROVEMENTS (NEW).

    Senate: Withdrawn From Com
    Senate: Re-ref Com On Finance

S 490: EXCLUDE CUSTOM SOFTWARE FROM PROPERTY TAX (NEW).

    House: Postponed To 06/26/2013

S 568: BIOPTIC LENSES FOR DRIVERS LICENSE TESTS.

    Senate: Concurred In H/Com Sub
    Senate: Ordered Enrolled

S 613: CREATE MILITARY AFFAIRS COMMISSION.

    House: Amend Adopted A1
    House: Passed 2nd Reading
    House: Passed 3rd Reading
    House: Ordered Engrossed

S 638: NC FARM ACT OF 2013.

    House: Reptd Fav Com Substitute
    House: Re-ref Com On Judiciary Subcommittee B

S 712: ID CARD FOR HOMEBOUND PERSONS.

    Ratified

Actions on Bills: 2013-06-24

LOCAL BILLS

H 143: EDEN PAYMENT IN LIEU OF TAXES.

    Senate: Withdrawn From Cal
    Senate: Placed On Cal For 06/26/2013

H 229: HOLDEN BEACH/CANAL DREDGING DISTRICT FEE.

    Ratified
    Ch. SL 2013-179

H 234: CLARIFY PENDER COUNTY ABC LAWS (NEW).

    Ratified
    Ch. SL 2013-180

H 261: KANNAPOLIS/DEANNEXATION.

    Senate: Withdrawn From Cal
    Senate: Placed On Cal For 06/26/2013

H 290: RUTHERFORD AIRPORT AUTHORITY.

    House: Cal Pursuant 36(b)
    House: Placed On Cal For 06/25/2013

H 294: AUTHORITY TO REMOVE ABANDONED VESSELS.

    House: Cal Pursuant 36(b)
    House: Placed On Cal For 06/25/2013

H 302: REPEAL KANNAPOLIS ANNEXATION.

    Senate: Withdrawn From Cal
    Senate: Placed On Cal For 06/26/2013

H 412: EDEN/DUKE ENERGY/ANNEXATION AGREEMENT.

    Senate: Withdrawn From Cal
    Senate: Placed On Cal For 06/26/2013

H 421: MARSHVILLE DEANNEXATION.

    Senate: Withdrawn From Cal
    Senate: Placed On Cal For 06/26/2013

H 526: CHADBOURN VOLUNTARY ANNEXATION.

    Senate: Withdrawn From Cal
    Senate: Placed On Cal For 06/26/2013

H 529: EDGECOMBE COUNTY OCCUPANCY TAX AUTHORIZATION.

    House: Passed 3rd Reading

H 553: AMEND CARTERET CO. OCCUPANCY TAX.

    Senate: Withdrawn From Cal
    Senate: Placed On Cal For 06/26/2013

H 567: LUMBERTON DEANNEXATION.

    Senate: Withdrawn From Cal
    Senate: Placed On Cal For 06/26/2013

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