H.B. 1380 Summary

• Requires the State and all its departments, offices, agencies, and political subdivisions to ensure that all certified arborists in their employ and under contract adhere to best management practices in tree management and arboriculture-related care.

• Defines "best management practices" as the American National Standards Institute A300 Tree Care standards.

• Establishes that the State has a responsibility to manage public lands, including forests and state parks, and promote forest conservation and development.

• Takes effect upon approval.