H678

Ensure Constitutional Government

Introduced·4/1/25

This bill proposes constitutional amendments to limit the Governor's emergency powers in North Carolina.

This bill proposes amendments to the North Carolina Constitution to restrict the Governor's emergency powers. It mandates that any emergency measures lasting more than two weeks require approval from the General Assembly. The bill also seeks to ensure that the Governor's emergency powers do not infringe on constitutional rights and that the General Assembly is convened in an emergency session if a statewide emergency is declared.

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History

Apr 3, 2025

House

Passed 1st Reading

Apr 3, 2025

House

Ref To Com On Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House

Apr 1, 2025

House

Filed