Senate Local Government & Taxation Committee - Feb 26, 2026 - February 26, 2026

Senate Local Government & Taxation Committee advanced HB 620 (federal land management), HB 610 (religious mission homeowner exemption), and HB 731 (federal tax credit scholarships) with do-pass recommendations. Discussions focused on local impacts, exemptions, and school choice i

Key topics

• House Bill 620 - Federal Land Management
• House Bill 610 - Religious Mission Exemptions
• House Bill 731 - Tax Credit Scholarships

Session highlights

• Committee called to order; HB 620 introduced by Sen. Harris on county role in federal land management.
• HB 620 approved with do-pass; HB 610 introduced by Rep. Pickett on religious mission exemptions.
• HB 610 approved with do-pass despite scope concerns.
• HB 731 introduced for federal tax credit scholarships.
• HB 731 approved; session adjourned after page recognition.

Bills discussed

• HB 610
• HB 731
• HB 620

Duration: 36m · 9 participants

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