King could bypass satellite size cap as Rural Hall leaves fire district

The bill would exempt King from the 10% limit on the combined area of its satellite areas. The limit compares a city’s combined satellite areas with the area inside its main limits; the printed list names King as exempt. The act would take effect when it becomes law, unless another section sets a different date.

The bill would remove Rural Hall from the Forsyth County Countywide Fire Service District. The provision covers property in the territory described as part of Rural Hall on January 1, 2026. Tax liens for Forsyth County taxes outstanding before the section takes effect would remain valid. This section would take effect June 30, 2026. The tax change applies to tax years beginning on or after July 1, 2026.