Joint Interim Commission on Utility Relocation Costs, established

HJR 350 establishes the Joint Interim Study Commission on Utility Relocation Costs. This commission will study the expenses involved when utility facilities, like power lines or pipes, need to be moved for public road construction projects. Its members will include legislators, state agency officials, and representatives from various utility, road construction, and local government organizations. The commission is tasked with assessing current practices, costs, and potential federal funding, then developing recommendations for how to fairly allocate and reimburse these relocation expenses. A report with their findings and suggestions will be submitted to the Legislature by the 2026 Regular Session.