BILL · 2005–06 SESSION

HB 2427: Eminent domain

Providing restrictions on the exercise of eminent domain.

Summary

Defines allowable "public uses" for purposes of eminent domain and specifically excludes economic development; and
Applies to property condemnations by the state, a county, a city or town, or by a corporation.

From the House Bill Analysis (HB 2427), written by the Legislature's nonpartisan staff. Read the full report ↗

Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee

AN ACT Relating to restrictions on the exercise of the power of eminent domain;

No recorded floor votes. This measure never reached a floor vote.

Bill numbers restart every two years, so the same number is a different bill in each session.

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