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Bill to limit non-governmental displays on public property passes after debate over scope and free-expression concerns
North Carolina House of Representatives · May 1, 2025
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Summary
HB 244 would restrict non-governmental displays on government property and drew objections that its language could bar pride and other symbolic displays even when used as safe-space signals; the House passed the bill and sent it to the Senate.
Representative Echeverria introduced HB 244 (Depoliticize Government Property Act), saying the purpose is to ensure government property "maintains a neutral and objective" appearance and to reassure citizens their government will serve them regardless of political or social beliefs.
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