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Chairman Graham presented S35/14, which would require political subdivisions to purchase only U.S. or state flags made in the United States. Committee reported the subcommittee recommendation as favorable; the bill includes no penalty language. Committee approved the measure unanimously.
Finance Committee considered a package of bills including flag-purchase requirements, qualifications for county treasurers/auditors, tax conformity to federal code for 2025, excise taxes on heated tobacco and vape products, an equine wagering amendment, timber casualty credits, municipal infrastructure referendums, bingo/charity regulation, DOT sunset extension, and monument/memorial property rules. Several bills were reported favorably; some were recommitted for further work.
