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IA HF2042

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/14/2026

Primary Sponsor

Taylor Collins

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Origin

House of Representatives

91st General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Department of Management must conduct a study on the possible merger of the Department of Natural Resources and the Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship

  • Study must evaluate overlapping missions and programs, impact on service delivery, potential cost savings, and administrative and enforcement efficiencies

  • Study must also consider best methods to integrate the two departments, including building space, management and personnel, equipment, and computer systems

  • Department of Management must submit findings and recommendations to the governor and general assembly by December 31, 2026

  • Act takes effect immediately upon enactment

Legislative Description

A bill for an act requiring the department of management to conduct a study regarding the merger of the department of natural resources and the department of agriculture and land stewardship, and including effective date provisions.

Last Action

Subcommittee recommends passage.

2/12/2026

Committee Referrals

State Government1/14/2026

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