Joe Gresko
HB 5521 status: Enacted — SIGNED BY GOVERNOR (updated Jun 4, 2026).
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Bill summary
This bill covers three separate topics: 1. **Plants:** It sets new rules for plants that cannot reproduce (to help prevent invasive species). 2. **Land Fill:** It changes the requirements for using dirt or other materials to fill in land. 3. **Housing:** It updates existing housing laws. The bill is currently being reviewed by the House of Representatives.
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OpenStates
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Low
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Developers may face increased compliance costs for land fill and development projects.
Analysis scope
Abstract provides limited detail on specific housing statute changes.
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