H948

The P.A.V.E. Act

Complete·7/1/25

The P.A.V.E. Act revises Mecklenburg County's sales tax for public transportation, establishes a Metropolitan Public Transportation Authority, and.

The P.A.V.E. Act revises Mecklenburg County's sales tax for public transportation, establishes a Metropolitan Public Transportation Authority, and outlines tax distribution and use. It redefines "public transportation system" and mandates competitive proposal methods for procurement. The act creates a Metropolitan Public Transportation Authority to manage public transportation, including light rail lines, and outlines its powers and governance. It details tax distribution, with 40% allocated to eligible municipalities and 60% to Mecklenburg County, and specifies how these funds must be used.

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  • Overview
  • Core Provisions
  • Implementation
  • Impact
  • Legal Framework
  • Critical Issues

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

39 Yea

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3 Nay

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8 Absent

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Calendar

Jun 25, 2025

10:00 AM

Rules and Operations of the Senate Hearing

Jun 25, 2025

10:00 AM

Rules and Operations of the Senate Hearing

History

Jul 1, 2025

Pres. To Gov. 7/1/2025

Jul 1, 2025

Signed by Gov. 7/1/2025

Jul 1, 2025

Ch. SL 2025-39