H.B. 2415 Summary

• Prohibits storing personal property on public land without approval from the State, county, or their designees, including tents, tarps, structures, goods, materials, furniture, equipment, and household items.

• Requires written notice to be posted on the property or served to the owner giving 24 hours to remove the item before impoundment by the Department of Health.

• Establishes impoundment procedures: personal property valued at $1,000 or more must be disposed of by public auction with at least 30 days notice; property valued under $1,000 may be sold by negotiation or donated without public notice.

• Owners may reclaim impounded property by proving ownership and paying all removal, storage, and related expenses incurred by the department.

• Exempts property placed on public land pursuant to statute, ordinance, permit, or authorization (such as camping or event permits) and does not apply to vehicles or vessels.

• Takes effect July 1, 2020.