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HB2205Introduced in the House

Relating To Emergency Erosion Mitigation.

IntroducedHouse Water & Land

Introduced by Mark Hashem, District 19

What does this bill do?

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Official description

Replaces the current statutory prohibition on private shoreline hardening with a policy directing the minimization of these structures. Establishes a clear, time-limited statutory framework for emergency permits within the conservation district, including defined standards for permit duration and extension.

Where it stands

The committee(s) on WAL recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.

February 12, 2026

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Bill history

  1. Pending introduction.

  2. Introduced and Pass First Reading.

  3. Referred to WAL, JHA, referral sheet 5

  4. Bill scheduled to be heard by WAL on Thursday, 02-12-26 9:00AM in House conference room 411 VIA VIDEOCONFERENCE.

  5. The committee(s) on WAL recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.

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