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Introduced
02/13/2025
02/13/2025
In Committee
03/19/2025
03/19/2025
Crossed Over
03/19/2025
03/19/2025
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT ADOPTING THE MORAVIAN STAR AS THE OFFICIAL STATE STAR. Whereas, many believe the Moravian star originated in Germany in the 1830s during a geometry lesson at the Moravian Boys School; and Whereas, the star was adopted by the Moravian Church as an advent symbol and later became a popular symbol all around the world; and Whereas, the Moravian star is usually hung the first Sunday of Advent and remains up until Epiphany, January 6; and Whereas, it is fitting to recognize the positive impact the Moravians have had on North Carolina's culture by adopting the Moravian star as the official State star; Now, therefore,
AI Summary
This bill designates the Moravian star as the official state star of North Carolina. The legislation adds a new section to Chapter 145 of the North Carolina General Statutes, officially recognizing the Moravian star, which historically originated in Germany in the 1830s during a geometry lesson and was later adopted by the Moravian Church as an advent symbol. The star is traditionally hung on the first Sunday of Advent and remains displayed until Epiphany (January 6th). By adopting this star, the bill aims to acknowledge the significant cultural contributions of the Moravian community in North Carolina. The bill will become effective immediately upon becoming law, and it represents a symbolic gesture to honor the historical and cultural significance of the Moravian star in the state.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry, Government Affairs
Sponsors (6)
Kyle Hall (R)*,
Donny Lambeth (R)*,
Erin Paré (R)*,
Donna White (R)*,
Maria Cervania (D),
Pricey Harrison (D),
Last Action
Ref To Com On Rules and Operations of the Senate (on 03/19/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.ncleg.gov/BillLookUp/2025/H125 |
| Analysis - Summary H125-SMTG-11(e1)-v-6 | https://dashboard.ncleg.gov/api/Services/BillSummary/2025/H125-SMTG-11(e1)-v-6 |
| Analysis - Summary H125-SMTG-7(e1)-v-2 | https://dashboard.ncleg.gov/api/Services/BillSummary/2025/H125-SMTG-7(e1)-v-2 |
| Analysis - Summary H125-SMCW-4(e1)-v-3 | https://dashboard.ncleg.gov/api/Services/BillSummary/2025/H125-SMCW-4(e1)-v-3 |
| BillText | https://www.ncleg.gov/Sessions/2025/Bills/House/PDF/H125v1.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.ncleg.gov/Sessions/2025/Bills/House/PDF/H125v0.pdf |
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