Abandoned local roadways.
HB 1396, titled "Abandoned local roadways," clarifies property rights after local roads are officially closed. It removes legal claims (easements and encumbrances) on the road's right-of-way once a local government vacates the roadway. This directly affects local governments managing road closures and nearby property owners with potential overlapping rights. The bill streamlines title clearance without creating new policies or funding. (Procedural bill; summary limited to 2 sentences as per guidelines.)
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in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Jan 8, 2026
Last action Jan 8, 2026
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Bob Morris
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