UTILITIES: Provides relative to vegetation maintenance near utility infrastructure

HB 453 requires utility companies (like electric, gas, or water providers) to keep trees and plants at least four feet away from power lines, poles, and other above-ground utility equipment on public property. This rule directly affects utility providers and local governments that operate utilities, aiming to prevent vegetation-related service disruptions. The Public Service Commission will develop specific enforcement rules under the Administrative Procedure Act. The bill establishes a clear, measurable standard for vegetation clearance near infrastructure without specifying broader outcomes.