S.1709

Suspends "Highlands Water Protection and Planning Act" until certain conditions are met.

Introduced·1/13/26
Introduced Text

Suspends Highlands Water Protection and Planning Act until dedicated funding is established.

This bill suspends the Highlands Water Protection and Planning Act until the State establishes a dedicated source of funding for acquiring lands within the preservation area. The funding must be for recreation, conservation, or farmland preservation purposes. The suspension ends 30 days after the funding is established. The bill also outlines appraisal requirements for land acquisitions.

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Where it stands

Current
Environment and Energy Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jan 13

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Environment and Energy Committee