Eminent domain; definition of public uses. (SB1304)
Introduced By
Sen. Steve Newman (R-Forest) with support from co-patron Sen. Emmett Hanger (R-Mount Solon)
Progress
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Introduced |
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Passed Committee |
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Passed House |
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Passed Senate |
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Signed by Governor |
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Became Law |
Description
Eminent domain; definition of public uses. Provides a definition of public uses as embracing only the ownership, possession, occupation, and enjoyment of land by the public or public agencies, and public corporations and public service companies. The bill states that public benefits or potential public benefits including economic development or private development, an increase in the tax base, tax revenues, employment, or general economic health and welfare shall not be considered when determining whether a use constitutes a public use. Read the Bill »
Outcome
Bill Has Failed
History
Date | Action |
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01/10/2007 | Prefiled and ordered printed; offered 01/10/07 078666776 |
01/10/2007 | Referred to Committee for Courts of Justice |
01/22/2007 | Assigned Courts sub: Eminent Domain |