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HI HB442

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/22/2013

Primary Sponsor

Chris Lee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2013 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Extends limited liability protections against trespasser lawsuits to owners of agricultural land of four acres or less, provided the farming operation produces annual taxable revenues exceeding $100,000.

  • Maintains existing protections for agricultural land in excess of four acres used primarily for farming operations.

  • Defines "agricultural land" to include land used for farm buildings, dwellings, roads, and irrigation infrastructure associated with the operation.

  • Clarifies that trespasser status requires entry onto land without permission where the property is fenced, marked with "No Trespassing" signs, or has visible evidence of livestock or crops.

  • Responds to documented concerns about agricultural trespassing, theft of crops and livestock, damage to fencing, and liability exposure for smaller agricultural landowners.

Legislative Description

Trespass; Agricultural Land

Last Action

The committee(s) on AGR recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.

2/14/2013

Committee Referrals

Agriculture1/22/2013

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