Modifies the damages owed for throwing down or opening doors, bars, gates or fences and leaving them open or down
HB 3394 changes the damages required when someone intentionally damages or leaves open barriers like fences, gates, or doors on someone else's property (not their own). It sets a base penalty of $100 plus double the actual harm caused to the property owner. The bill excludes certain fences across waterways used for logging (10+ inches diameter) or railroad infrastructure, clarifying that owners of land next to these waterways can still seek compensation for damage from log-driving activities. This affects property owners who damage barriers and those seeking compensation for such damage, focusing on concrete financial remedies.
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Introduction
Feb 2026
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Introduced Feb 24, 2026
Last action May 15, 2026
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May 15, 2026
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Referred: Emerging Issues(H)
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Feb 24, 2026
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Bruce Sassmann
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