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Committee advances Senate Bill 1133 with amendments to clarify agricultural protection area process
Summary
Senate Bill 1133, intended to clarify and strengthen the Agricultural Protection Area statute, was moved by the committee to the fourteenth order for possible amendment after sponsors and stakeholders described changes to fees, timelines and application rights.
Bill overview and sponsor remarks Senator Ben Adams (District 12) introduced Senate Bill 1133 to refine the agricultural protection area (APA) statute enacted last session. Adams said the bill clarifies the application process, ensures fees are limited to administrative costs, confirms APA designation does not require a rezone or comprehensive plan amendment, and allows landowners to apply for APA designation whether inside or outside areas of impact.
Key clarifications and proposed amendments Roger Batt (Idaho Eastern Oregon Seed Association) walked the committee through section-by-section changes: clarifying application fee limits (not…
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