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Introduced
03/19/2025
03/19/2025
In Committee
03/20/2025
03/20/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Session
Bill Summary
A JOINT RESOLUTION URGING MEMBERS OF THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS TO ENACT FEDERAL LEGISLATION ADMITTING WASHINGTON, D.C., INTO THE UNION AS A STATE OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA.
AI Summary
This joint resolution expresses support from the State of North Carolina for granting Washington, D.C. statehood, urging members of the United States Congress to enact federal legislation that would admit Washington, D.C. as the newest state in the United States. The resolution calls for the Secretary of State to send copies of the resolution to North Carolina's congressional delegation, the Clerk of the U.S. House of Representatives, and the Secretary of the U.S. Senate, ensuring that the state's position on D.C. statehood is formally communicated to federal legislators. The resolution becomes effective immediately upon ratification, signaling North Carolina's official stance in support of Washington, D.C.'s potential transformation from a federal district to a full-fledged state with representation in Congress.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (12)
Mary Belk (D)*,
Allison Dahle (D)*,
Zack Hawkins (D)*,
Carolyn Logan (D)*,
Cynthia Ball (D),
Gloristine Brown (D),
Becky Carney (D),
Pricey Harrison (D),
Nasif Majeed (D),
Rodney Pierce (D),
Lindsey Prather (D),
Renée Price (D),
Last Action
Ref To Com On Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House (on 03/20/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.ncleg.gov/BillLookUp/2025/H461 |
| BillText | https://www.ncleg.gov/Sessions/2025/Bills/House/PDF/H461v1.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.ncleg.gov/Sessions/2025/Bills/House/PDF/H461v0.pdf |
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