H 1169

Prohibit Driving with Animal in Lap.

Introduced

Jurisdiction

North Carolina

Session

2025-2026 Session

Last updated at

Jun 16, 2026, 4:58 AM

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Bill overview

An act to increase safety on the roads by prohibiting the operation of a motor vehicle while the driver is holding a live animal IN the person's lap.

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H 1169Introduced

Prohibit Driving with Animal in Lap.

Jurisdiction: NC

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civik.us/legislation/cmorvdeyi00baij0itjou2k42|Jun 16, 2026

CIVIK

LEGISLATION TRACKER

H 1169Introduced

Prohibit Driving with Animal in Lap.

Jurisdiction: NC

Public Sentiment

No Data

0

Support

0

Oppose

CIVIKEngagement, Reclaimed.

civik.us/legislation/cmorvdeyi00baij0itjou2k42|Jun 16, 2026

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2026-05-04House

Passed 1st Reading

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