It shall be the policy of the State of North Carolina that, in appreciation for their service to this State and this country during a period of war, and in recognition of the time and advantage lost toward the pursuit of a civilian career, veterans shall be granted preference in employment for positions subject to the provisions of this Chapter with every State department, agency, and institution.
N.C. Gen. Stat. § 126-80
Declaration of policy
Applied in 1 court decision — leading case 19 F. Supp. 2d 468 - Heckman v. University of North Carolina (1998)
Most recently applied in 19 F. Supp. 2d 468 - Heckman v. University of North Carolina (August 1998)
1987 (Reg
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