House Bill 25 Summary

• Adds requirement that agricultural land of 5 acres or greater actively devoted to agriculture must have express written permission of the owner before annexation, regardless of whether the land is surrounded or bounded by city lands.

• Establishes three categories of city annexation (A, B, and C) with different procedural requirements based on landowner consent levels and number of separate ownerships.

• Requires cities to prepare written annexation plans including information on tax-supported and fee-supported municipal services, taxation changes, and effects on other local government units.

• Mandates notice and hearing procedures for annexations, with initial notices mailed to property owners at least 28 days prior to public hearing for Category B annexations.

• Makes the act effective immediately upon passage and approval by declaring an emergency.