Why 3/5: Addresses an ongoing environmental challenge by providing local service districts with a new tool for conservation.
This bill allows local service districts to actively control the spread of invasive plant species identified by the Department of Conservation and Recreation. This change empowers localities to better protect native ecosystems and biodiversity within their service areas.
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Constitutional reading dispensed (on 2nd reading) (39-Y 0-N 0-A)
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Passed by for the day (Voice Vote)
Third reading
Read third time
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Local Government Substitute agreed to
Substitute adopted
Engrossed by Senate - committee substitute
Passed a chamber
Passed Senate Block Vote (40-Y 0-N 0-A)
Substitute adopted
Senate substitute agreed to by House (91-Y 5-N 0-A)
Enrolled
Enrolled
Passed a chamber
Bill text as passed House and Senate (HB388ER)
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Passed a chamber
Signed by Speaker
Passed a chamber
Signed by President
Enrolled
Enrolled Bill communicated to Governor on March 10, 2026
Sent to the Governor
Governor's Action Deadline 11:59 p.m., April 13, 2026
Signed into law
Approved by Governor-Chapter 129 (effective 7/1/2026)
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Acts of Assembly Chapter text (CHAP0129)