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Legislation to require radon mitigation in new residences
May 3, 2026
A bill has been introduced that would require passive radon mitigation be installed in new residences.
Requiring super-majority for income tax increases
May 3, 2026
In November, voters will decide on a constitutional amendment that would require a two-thirds majority of the house and senate in order to pass an income tax increase; a decrease would need a simple majority.
Open meetings legislation
April 23, 2026
The public is allowed to attend public meetings of government agencies. See changes that have been proposed by the legislature.
Extend REAP's environmental programs beyond 2028
April 12, 2026
One of the important sources of funds for natural resources, water, and soils is a program called REAP. Every year the legislature must fund this program. This bill keeps REAP alive beyond 2028.
Property taxes on forest & fruit tree reservations
March 26, 2026
A bill moving the legislature would restrict the property tax exemption on forest reservations and fruit tree reservations
Renewable siting law
March 22, 2026
Legislation has been introduced that would set state-wide renewable energy siting standards
Ban Eminent Domain for CO2 Pipelines
March 22, 2026
Law banning eminent domain for carbon dioxide pipeline construction working its way through the legislature