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HB0314

Eminent Domain Study

Last scannedOct 8, 2026, 2:41 AM

In one sentence

This act requires an interim committee to study issues related to eminent domain and prepare recommendations for future legislation.

Requires the joint corporations, elections, and political subdivisions interim committee to conduct a study on eminent domain during the 2025 interim period.
Specifies that the study must cover topics such as adequate compensation, reclamation of property after an easement is released, liability issues, reasons for using eminent domain, authorized parties, abandonment of easements, and types of land that can be acquired.
Requires the committee to prepare any recommended legislation based on their findings for consideration during the 2026 budget session.

The joint corporations, elections, and political subdivisions interim committee is required to conduct the study.
People who may have property taken through eminent domain could be affected by changes in laws or practices resulting from the study's recommendations.

The bill did not pass in its current session.
It is unclear what specific changes or new laws will be recommended by the interim committee based on their study.

Plain language

Eminent Domain: The power of a government to take private property for public use, with compensation to the owner.
Interim Committee: A committee that meets between legislative sessions to study specific issues and make recommendations.

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