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S2042Introduced in the Senate

Requires that all maintenance of sidewalks along state highways, with the exception of snow and ice removal, be the responsibility of the state.

EngrossedHouse Finance

Introduced by Gordon Rogers, District 21

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HIGHWAYS -- SIDEWALKS - Requires that all maintenance of sidewalks along state highways, with the exception of snow and ice removal, be the responsibility of the state.

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Referred to House Finance

May 8, 2026

How did lawmakers vote?

SenateStage: Passage · May 7, 2026

36

Yes

0

No

2

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Bill history

  1. Introduced, referred to Senate Housing and Municipal Government

  2. Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/12/2026)

  3. Committee recommends passage

  4. Placed on Senate Calendar (05/07/2026)

  5. Senate read and passed

  6. Referred to House Finance

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