9/8/05-HB248 has been sent to Gov. Mike Easley for his signature but the inclusion of wording that would have paved the way for the completion of an interstate north of Charlotte was dropped from the bill in the Senate.

7/6/05-A plan that would pave the way for the completion of an interstate north of Charlotte has passed the House.
The measure now moves to the Senate where legislators will continue the discussion about whether an expansion of the existing Interstate 485 south of the city should come before work is complete on the entire loop.
Sponsored by Rep. Drew Saunders, D-Huntersville, HB248 would effectively keep construction in the University City area northeast of Charlotte ahead of widening the road in south Charlotte from four to six lanes.
For bill status, call (919) 733-7779.