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North CarolinaHB 232025-2026 SessionHouseWALLET
Various State and Local Government Provisions.
Sponsored By: Cody Huneycutt (Republican)
Signed by Governor
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10 provisions identified: 5 benefits, 1 costs, 4 mixed.
Easier reuse of big factory buildings
For some large building conversions, a railroad right‑of‑way can count as a “public way” under Unlimited Area Building rules. This applies only if the project creates new nonseparated mixed uses in an existing building on an 8–10 acre parcel that abuts a railroad right‑of‑way for under 1,200 feet, has a 150,000–300,000 sq. ft. footprint, and was formerly Factory Group F.
Commissioner rules: members, pay, ethics
Each county appoints two commissioners; first terms are four and five years, then five years. An at‑large member with specific qualifications is chosen and confirmed; they only vote to break ties. Commissioners must live in the area at least nine months a year, follow conflict‑of‑interest rules, and file annual disclosures by January 31 on a public website. Members are treated as public servants under state ethics law. Commissioners do not receive pay; a joint resolution sets staff pay and expense reimbursements. The Commission elects a chair for one‑year terms, with no more than two in a row, and follows public records and open‑meetings laws with a public website.
How the Lake Norman Commission works
Three or more eligible local governments can create the Lake Norman Marine Commission by joint resolution. Initial appointments take effect seven days after at least three governments adopt the reconstituting resolution. The Executive Director certifies and sends identical joint resolutions within 10 days to the Secretary of State and other listed offices; if no date is given, it takes effect when filed. Each participating government must add every joint resolution and Commission regulation to its local code. A member government may withdraw after notice and mediation that ends within 90 days; if fewer than three remain, the Commission dissolves and property is split fairly among participants and other public agencies. Beginning July 7, 2025, all prior Commission rules and decisions stay in effect until changed. Starting July 7, 2025, the chairs of three marine commissions jointly appoint their basin advisory representative.
New state and heritage trails
The law authorizes the Gullah Geechee Greenway/Blueway Heritage Trail in Brunswick County. Landowners outside the State still set the rules on their land. It adds the South Fork Passage Trail to the State Parks System in Catawba, Lincoln, and Gaston Counties, from Jacob Fork Park to the State line at Lake Wylie. The State may accept land donations and use existing funds to buy land, and the usual “new appropriations” requirement is waived for this addition.
State gives 11 acres to Burgaw
The State conveys about 11 acres to the Town of Burgaw for $1. The town keeps the land only while it is used for public purposes; otherwise it reverts to the State. The land is transferred “as is,” and the town pays all transfer costs.
Counties may tax to fund commission
Local governments by Lake Norman may fund the Commission from surplus or non‑tax sources. They may also use tax revenue or levy a special annual tax to pay those contributions. Unless changed by joint resolution, each participating county gives the same annual amount. The Commission can also accept grants and private funds. It prepares a budget each year, and counties act on it by the start of the Commission’s fiscal year.
Boating course and fines on Lake Norman
If you were born on or after January 1, 1988, you must complete a NASBLA‑approved course accepted by the Wildlife Resources Commission to drive a motor boat of 20 horsepower or more on Lake Norman. Breaking any Commission rule is a Class 3 misdemeanor with a $200–$500 fine per violation. The law requires clear public notice before any lake rule can be enforced. General rules must have signs in at least three places; location‑specific rules need local signs or other clear notice.
Fee rules for Lake Norman users
The Lake Norman Marine Commission may charge fees only for training or certification, use of its facilities, and permits for special lake uses. It cannot charge for general access. Fees must be customary, at or below actual cost, and non‑discriminatory. By January 31 each year, it publishes an auditable report of fees and spending. Any surplus rolls to next year’s program costs.
New lake rules and enforcement
The Commission can make rules for Lake Norman and its shoreline, consistent with state and federal law. It may ask the Wildlife Resources Commission to adopt boating rules after public notice. If a joint resolution allows it, officers with any part of the lake in their area can enforce laws across the whole lake, with the needed extra‑territorial powers. Courts in the four counties share criminal jurisdiction for lake cases. The Commission must file each adopted regulation with state and county offices and the federal hydro project manager.
One 2017 budget section repealed
The law repeals Section 9.15 of Session Law 2017‑57. The effect depends on what that section did.
Sponsors & Cosponsors
Sponsor
Cody Huneycutt
Republican • House
Cosponsors
Grant L. Campbell, MD
Republican • House
Bryan Cohn
Democratic • House
Tricia Ann Cotham
Republican • House
Julia C. Howard
Republican • House
Ben T. Moss, Jr.
Republican • House
Mitchell S. Setzer
Republican • House
Roll Call Votes
House vote • 6/26/2025
HB 23: Various State and Local Government Provisions.
Yes: 105 • No: 2 • Other: 10
Senate vote • 6/26/2025
HB 23: Various State and Local Government Provisions.
Yes: 42 • No: 0 • Other: 8
House vote • 6/17/2025
HB 23: Various State and Local Government Provisions.
Yes: 111 • No: 0 • Other: 8
Senate vote • 6/4/2025
HB 23: Various State and Local Gov't Provisions.
Yes: 45 • No: 0 • Other: 5
Senate vote • 6/4/2025
HB 23: Various State and Local Gov't Provisions.
Yes: 45 • No: 0 • Other: 5
House vote • 3/26/2025
HB 23: Allow Stanly Community College Culinary Off Campus.
Yes: 112 • No: 0 • Other: 7
Actions Timeline
Ch. SL 2025-67
7/7/2025HouseSigned by Gov. 7/7/2025
7/7/2025HousePres. To Gov. 7/1/2025
7/1/2025HouseRatified
6/30/2025HouseOrdered Enrolled
6/26/2025HouseConf Report Adopted
6/26/2025HouseAdded to Calendar
6/26/2025HouseConf Com Reported
6/26/2025HouseConf Report Adopted
6/26/2025SenatePlaced on Today's Calendar
6/26/2025SenateConf Com Reported
6/26/2025SenateConf Com Appointed
6/19/2025SenateConf Com Appointed
6/19/2025HouseFailed Concur In S Com Sub
6/17/2025HouseAdded to Calendar
6/17/2025HouseWithdrawn From Com
6/17/2025HouseRef To Com On Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House
6/9/2025HouseRegular Message Received For Concurrence in S Com Sub
6/5/2025HouseRegular Message Sent To House
6/5/2025SenateEngrossed
6/4/2025SenatePassed 3rd Reading
6/4/2025SenatePassed 2nd Reading
6/4/2025SenateAmend Adopted A1
6/4/2025SenateReptd Fav
6/3/2025SenateRe-ref Com On Rules and Operations of the Senate
5/22/2025Senate
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