AN ACT CONCERNING THE TRANSFER OR SALE OF MUNICIPALLY OWNED OPEN SPACE LAND OR FOREST LAND.

HB 5618 requires municipalities to hold a public vote before selling or transferring any municipally owned land that is open space or forested. This applies to all towns and cities owning such land, mandating community approval for these transactions. The key provision is the mandatory public vote, which must occur prior to any sale or transfer. The bill does not change land use policies but ensures residents have a direct say in decisions affecting local natural areas.