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Committee members raise concerns about proposed utility‑easement bill (Senate Bill 489)
5736628 · April 1, 2025
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Summary
Officials said they plan to oppose Senate Bill 489, which would change provisions governing utility work in easements and could require local governments to pay for later road repairs.
A committee member alerted peers March 31 that a state bill under consideration could shift costs to counties and cities when utilities use easements, prompting plans for opposition.
Joe Haughtemar told the committee a steering group met about Senate Bill 489, which "modifies and creates provisions for utility…
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