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Adopted2026-06-24

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This is a House Resolution honoring the life and memory of James Michael 'Mike' Clampitt, a former North Carolina House Representative from House District 119. The resolution recognizes his decades of service as a firefighter, law enforcement officer, and state legislator, and expresses the General Assembly's appreciation for his contributions to his community and the state.

Arguments in Favor

• •Supporters view this as an appropriate way to recognize and honor a public servant who dedicated his life to emergency services and legislative work.
• •The resolution acknowledges Clampitt's substantial accomplishments across multiple careers—27 years with Charlotte Fire Department, leadership roles in fire training programs, and four terms in the legislature where he chaired important committees on public safety and appropriations.
• •Honoring deceased public servants helps preserve their legacy and shows respect for their contributions to the state.

Arguments Against

• •Opponents might argue that House Resolutions honoring individual citizens, while traditional, use legislative time and resources that could be directed toward substantive policy work.
• •Some may also question whether such resolutions should be routine for all former legislators or reserved for those with exceptional statewide impact.
• •Additionally, critics could note that ceremonial resolutions don't create measurable benefits for constituents compared to legislation addressing policy challenges.