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House increases highway littering fines, earmarks extra funds for DOT education and enforcement
Summary
House passed HB 328 to raise fines for highway littering—doubling many penalties and directing the additional amounts to the Department of Transportation for public‑education campaigns and selective enforcement; final vote 43‑25 amid concerns about earmarking.
Representative Greenwood presented HB 328 to increase fines for littering on highways and to dedicate the additional revenue to the Department of Transportation for public education (PSAs) and selective enforcement. Sponsor said current fines are insufficient and cited the contract worker who spends substantial time picking up roadside trash.
Under the floor presentation,…
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