S.697

Lake Norman Marine Commission

Chamber Passed·5/7/25

Establishes the Lake Norman Marine Commission to oversee public recreation and water safety on Lake Norman and its shoreline.

The Lake Norman Marine Commission is authorized by the counties of Catawba, Iredell, Lincoln, and Mecklenburg to manage public recreation and water safety on Lake Norman and its shoreline. The Commission can create regulations, enforce laws, and contract services. It is governed by a board of 15 members appointed by the county boards. The Commission can accept funds from various sources and levy taxes. It has the authority to hire special officers for law enforcement within the Lake Norman area. The Commission's regulations must be posted and cannot conflict with state laws.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the Senate · 47–0 · May 7, 2025
Current
Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House Committee
Next
House floor vote

Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

47 Yea

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0 Nay

3 Absent

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Calendar

May 6, 2025

12:00 PM

State and Local Government Hearing

May 6, 2025

12:00 PM

State and Local Government Hearing

History

Jun 2, 2025

House

Withdrawn From Com

Jun 2, 2025

House

Re-ref Com On Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House

May 27, 2025

House

Withdrawn From Com