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Committee advances SB 95 after steep amendment that reduces appropriation amount for rural access infrastructure
Summary
The committee adopted inclusive amendments to SB 95 that replaced a prior $25 million figure with $100 and advanced SB 95 C with a due-pass recommendation; supporters described the measure as critical infrastructure aid for rural counties.
The Joint Committee on Appropriations adopted amendments to SB 95 that dramatically reduced the bill's stated appropriation amount and advanced the resulting SB 95 C to the floor with a due-pass recommendation.
Representative Derby moved the inclusive amendment package (C), and explained the change as "Changing the amount from 25,000,000 to $100," noting that amendment C also incorporated an earlier amendment A. Representative Derby and others said the change was intended to continue discussion and reconcile priorities between the House and Senate.
Representative Muckey, who moved the due-pass motion on the amended bill, described the legislation as "a really critical conversation about critical infrastructure for our rural communities" and urged committee support.
On a roll call, the committee recorded 18 yeas and advanced SB 95 C to the floor with a due-pass recommendation. The amendment process and debate indicated committee interest in moving the bill forward for further negotiation between chambers rather than finalizing a large appropriation at this stage.
