summary
Introduced
02/11/2025
02/11/2025
In Committee
02/12/2025
02/12/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT DESIGNATING SPARTA'S FRIED APPLE PIE FESTIVAL AS THE OFFICIAL FRIED APPLE PIE FESTIVAL OF THE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA. Whereas, the Town of Sparta is home to the annual Fried Apple Pie Festival, which is held at the Alleghany County Fairgrounds; and Whereas, during the Festival, visitors are able to sample a variety of foods from food trucks, listen to music performers, buy crafts from vendors, and enjoy a wide range of fun activities suitable for the entire family; and Whereas, the Festival holds a fried apple pie contest with awards given to first, second, and third place winners as well as an award for the best fried apple pie chosen by those in attendance; and Whereas, the Fried Apple Pie Festival is a unique event held in the State and should be adopted as the official Fried Apple Pie Festival of the State of North Carolina; Now, therefore,
AI Summary
This bill officially designates the Fried Apple Pie Festival, held annually on the first Saturday in May in Sparta, North Carolina, as the state's official Fried Apple Pie Festival. The bill amends Chapter 145 of the North Carolina General Statutes by adding a new section that formally recognizes the festival, which takes place at the Alleghany County Fairgrounds and features food trucks, music performances, craft vendors, and a fried apple pie contest with multiple awards. By creating this official designation, the North Carolina General Assembly is acknowledging the unique cultural significance of this local event and celebrating the community tradition of the Fried Apple Pie Festival. The bill will take effect immediately upon becoming law, providing an official state recognition to this annual celebration in Sparta.
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Ref To Com On Rules and Operations of the Senate (on 02/12/2025)
Official Document
bill text
bill summary
Loading...
bill summary
Loading...
bill summary
| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.ncleg.gov/BillLookUp/2025/S78 |
| BillText | https://www.ncleg.gov/Sessions/2025/Bills/Senate/PDF/S78v1.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.ncleg.gov/Sessions/2025/Bills/Senate/PDF/S78v0.pdf |
Loading...