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House Housing Committee retains HB 604 for further work; motion approved 15‑0
Summary
At the May public meeting the committee voted unanimously (15‑0) to retain House Bill 604 for future work sessions after members signaled language needed clarification.
The House Committee on Housing voted to retain HB 604 for further work at a public meeting. Representative Aaron moved to retain the bill; Representative Reed seconded the motion. The clerk conducted a roll‑call vote and the motion carried 15‑0.
The committee cited unclear language and the need to refine workforce‑housing definitions and potential funding approaches; several members said a revolving‑fund concept and clearer workforce‑housing ranges might improve the bill.
The roll call recorded the following affirmative votes: Vice Chairman Cole; Representatives Thaxton; Aaron; Beaulieu; Dumont; Grant; Minor; Page; Reed; Gibbs; Hicks; Howland; Hegner; Kerwin; Chairman Alexander. The committee recorded no nays, abstentions or recusals during the roll call.
Ending: HB 604 was retained 15‑0 and scheduled for committee work sessions where members said they will draft clarifying language.
