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Commissioners press for more direct briefings from lobbyists after recent bills affect county programs
Summary
Commissioners asked county leadership to arrange face-to-face briefings by paid lobbyists on pending local legislation, citing past surprises and a need to understand legislative intent and county impacts before bills advance.
Several Jefferson County commissioners requested more proactive briefings from the county’s contracted lobbyists about pending legislation that may affect county budgets and programs.
One commissioner recounted difficulty explaining a prior bill that would have changed the homestead exemption freeze for seniors; the commissioner said they had to contact a state senator to learn details and…
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