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HB 767 — Local Government

by Rep. Rooney (SB 1144 by Senator Margolis)

This summary is provided for information only and does not represent the opinion of any Senator, Senate Officer, or Senate Office.

Prepared by: Community Affairs Committee (CA)

This bill authorizes the board of county commissioners to negotiate the lease of real property for a term not to exceed five years rather than go through the competitive bidding process. The bill also allows government entities to transfer title to a road by recording a deed with the county or counties in which the right-of-way is located.

If approved by the Governor, these provisions take effect July 1, 2011.
Vote:  Senate 38-0; House 114-2