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HB 1242·NC·house

Modernize Law of the Land Clause.

In CommitteeFiled Jun 30, 2026
Sponsor: Amanda Cook (D)
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Passed 1st Reading

Jul 1, 2026

Summary

The bill rewrites the state’s “law of the land” provision so that state statutes clearly take precedence over conflicting local ordinances and adds a requirement for periodic review. It affects state agencies, local governments and residents by reducing legal uncertainty and ensuring the clause reflects current governance practices.

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