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Panel moves to block changes after debate over highway/road agent roles
Election Law & Municipal Affairs Committee · April 21, 2026
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Summary
Legislation to clarify how towns appoint or elect highway agents and to define 'expert agent' drew mixed testimony; committee voted ITL (inexpedient to legislate), citing lack of need and limited benefit to road maintenance.
Representative Bob Wary presented House Bill 1213 to clarify options for highway and road agents — including election vs. appointment, term lengths, and the legal status of an "expert agent" who would serve…
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