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HB 1242·NC·house

Modernize Law of the Land Clause.

In CommitteeFiled Jun 30, 2026
Sponsor: Amanda Cook (D)
Latest Action

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

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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