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HB 7618 Failed

AN ACT RELATING TO AGRICULTURE AND FORESTRY -- PROTECTION OF TREES AND PLANTS GENERALLY

Introduced
In Committee
Floor
Crossed Over
Passed
Enacted

Increases the maximum penalty for certain violations related to the cutting, removal, damage by injurious liquids or gases to trees, plants and shrubs on any public highway or public land under the jurisdiction of state agencies from $500 to $1,000.

Chamber
House
Introduced
Feb 11, 2026
Last action
Mar 31, 2026 — 03/31/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
Sponsor
Scott Slater D
Session
2026
Momentum
5 · Stalled