A BILL TO BE ENTITLED
AN ACT authorizing the extension of any existing deadline relative to the final legislative decision regarding the future use of the dorothea dix hospital property.
Whereas, the decision regarding the future use of the Dorothea Dix Hospital property is of utmost importance to the State of North Carolina and its citizens; and
Whereas, much time and effort have been expended by dedicated stakeholders to effect the ongoing progress in this complex matter; and
Whereas, an extended time line may be necessary in order to continue the productive dialogue between legislative leadership and existing stakeholders and bring forth the best final plan for the people of North Carolina; Now therefore,
The General Assembly of North Carolina enacts:
SECTION 1.  This act shall be known as "The Future of the Dorothea Dix Hospital Property Act."
SECTION 2.  The General Assembly of North Carolina is hereby authorized to extend any existing deadline relative to the final legislative decision regarding the future use of the Dorothea Dix Hospital property until July 2008.
SECTION 3.  This act is effective when it becomes law.