This bill gives county commissioners the power to declare public health emergencies in unincorporated areas of their counties by passing an ordinance that takes effect immediately. It also grants similar emergency declaration authority to community improvement districts and municipalities during public health crises. The bill essentially creates a legal mechanism for local governments to respond quickly to health emergencies without waiting for additional state approval.
House of Representatives Do Pass Amended Failed, YEAS 37, NAYS 29. H.J. 657
House of Representatives Motion to amend Passed, YEAS 39, NAYS 28. H.J. 656
House of Representatives Reconsidered Passed, YEAS 38, NAYS 29. H.J. 656
House of Representatives Do Pass Failed, YEAS 39, NAYS 27. H.J. 653
First read in House and referral to committee waived pursuant to JR 6D-1 H.J. 646
Senate Do Pass Amended Passed, YEAS 30, NAYS 5. S.J. 567
Senate Motion to amend Passed, YEAS 27, NAYS 8. S.J. 565
Senate Referred to S.J. 563
Kris Langer
Prime sponsor · Sen.
R
Lee Qualm
Prime sponsor · Rep.
R
Cosponsors
Motion to amend
Do Pass
Do Pass Amended
Reconsidered
Motion to amend
Do Pass Amended