Local‑control resolution fails on tie after debate over scope including energy and other items
Senator Pelton's concurrent resolution urging more local control drew questions about language that listed many items — including geothermal resources and even 'nuclear detonations' — and failed on a 3–3 tie; the sponsor then moved to postpone the resolution indefinitely.
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Senator Pelton introduced Senate Concurrent Resolution 1 as an expression of frustration with state agencies making local land‑use decisions. Pelton said the resolution was intended to let citizens weigh in and to keep the "1st Floor" from directing counties how to use land.
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