BILL · 1993–94 SESSION · LATEST VERSION SSB 5159

SB 5159: Tree planting/energy conserv

Encouraging landscaping for energy conservation.

Summary

  • A finding is made that tree planting in urban areas mitigates the urban "heat island effect" and reduces energy consumption. A finding is also made that urban forestry programs should promote the use of appropriate tree species that will not damage public service facilities.

From the Substitute Senate Bill Report (SSB 5159), written by the Legislature's nonpartisan staff. Read the full report ↗

Enacted Enacted · Chapter 204, Laws of 1993
  1. IntroducedJan 15, 1993
  2. Out of committee
  3. Passed SenateMar 17, 1993
  4. Passed HouseApr 13, 1993
  5. Governor
  6. LawMay 6, 1993
Prime sponsor
Phil Talmadge (D-34)
Introduced
January 15, 1993 in the Senate
Last action
May 6, 1993
Session law
Chapter 204, Laws of 1993
Budget
Makes appropriations · Has a fiscal note
Versions
SB 5159, SSB 5159

Sponsors

Prime sponsor: Phil Talmadge (D-34)

2 co-sponsors (2 Democrats, 0 Republicans)

Votes

Senate · Final Passage

March 17, 1993
Version voted on: SSB 5159
48 Yea 1 Nay 0 Absent 0 Excused
PartyYeaNayAbsentExcused
Democrat28000
Republican20100
How each member voted

House · Final Passage

April 13, 1993
Version voted on: SSB 5159
63 Yea 35 Nay 0 Absent 0 Excused
PartyYeaNayAbsentExcused
Democrat60300
Republican33200
How each member voted

Yea (63)

History

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SB 5159 in other sessions

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