S.1080

Lower Taxes for All NC

Complete·5/21/26

North Carolina S1080 proposes a constitutional amendment to limit the state income tax rate to 3.5%.

North Carolina S1080 seeks to amend the state constitution to cap the maximum tax rate on incomes at 3.5%. The bill allows for personal exemptions and deductions, ensuring only net incomes are taxed. The amendment will be presented to voters in the November 3, 2026, election. If approved by a majority, the amendment will take effect for taxable years starting January 1, 2027.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

71 Yea

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46 Nay

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1 Absent

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Calendar

May 19

8:30 AM

Rules and Operations of the Senate Hearing

May 19

8:30 AM

Rules and Operations of the Senate Hearing

History

May 21

Ratified

May 21

Ch. SL 2026-4

May 20

House

Passed 2nd Reading