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 Bill Status of HB4815  94th General Assembly


Short Description:  OUTDOOR LIGHTING CONTROL ACT

House Sponsors
Rep. Rich Brauer - Dave Winters

Last Action
DateChamber Action
  1/9/2007HouseSession Sine Die

Statutes Amended In Order of Appearance
New Act


Synopsis As Introduced
Creates the Outdoor Lighting Control Act. Provides that no person may unreasonably place or operate a lighting unit in a manner that causes illumination or glare to be cast on the property of another person with the effect of reducing privacy, hindering sleep, or creating an unattractive appearance to the area without the permission of the owner, lessee, or lawful occupant of the property. Provides that a person convicted of light trespass commits a petty offense and is subject to a fine of $100 if the violation is not corrected within 10 days of the conviction. Provides that the Environmental Protection Agency may identify and designate, as dark areas, areas that are especially suitable for astronomical observations or that provide nocturnal benefits to flora and fauna due to their darkness; and shall submit a proposed plan to preserve areas designated as dark areas.

Actions 
DateChamber Action
  1/18/2006HouseFiled with the Clerk by Rep. Rich Brauer
  1/18/2006HouseFirst Reading
  1/18/2006HouseReferred to Rules Committee
  1/25/2006HouseAdded Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Dave Winters
  1/9/2007HouseSession Sine Die

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