HB05462

An Act Concerning Noise Pollution.

Introduced·3/4/26

Establishes a solar photovoltaic noise barrier pilot program and increases fines for noise pollution.

The bill establishes a solar photovoltaic noise barrier pilot program to evaluate the feasibility and benefits of integrating solar technology into noise barriers along state highways. It also increases the fine for operating a motor vehicle that creates unnecessary or unusual noise. The pilot program will include the design, installation, operation, maintenance, and evaluation of solar photovoltaic noise barriers.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

TRA Vote Tally Sheet (Joint Favorable)

30 Yea

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6 Nay

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Calendar

Mar 9

12:00 AM

Transportation Public Hearing

History

May 1

House

House Designated House Amendment Schedule A 5682

May 1

House

Bill Passed Temporarily

Apr 2

House

Reported Out of Legislative Commissioners' Office