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Panel advances bill to name wastewater plant after Michael Banks

Finance, Ways, and Means · March 24, 2026
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Summary

Lawmakers advanced House Bill 1535 to name a wastewater treatment facility for Michael Banks; members praised his local leadership and the bill moved forward 27–0.

Representative Shaw (carried by another member on his behalf) presented House Bill 1535 to name a wastewater treatment facility after Michael Banks; several members spoke in favor, noting his contributions to Haywood County and regional development. Chairman Vaughn and other members praised Banks’s service and humorously referenced his distinctive clothing while supporting the naming.

After brief remarks the committee advanced the bill to Calendar and Rules with a unanimous roll call (27 ayes, 0 nos). No amendments were recorded in the committee excerpt.