Eminent domain; condemnation proceedings. Makes various changes to provisions governing eminent domain, primarily relating to procedures in condemnation proceedings and the transfer of a defeasible title by certificate. The bill specifies that, in a condemnation proceeding initiated by an authorized condemnor or the Commissioner of Highways, a certificate transferring a defeasible title shall include certain information describing the property and any rights to the property being taken or damaged.
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Finally, the bill repeals the requirement that the court refer a matter initiating a condemnation proceeding to a dispute resolution orientation.
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2025
Apr 2Acts of Assembly Chapter text (CHAP0617)Latest
Vote recorded Senate concurred in Governor's recommendation (40-Y 0-N). Result: pass.Upper
Vote recorded House concurred in Governor's recommendation (96-Y 0-N). Result: pass.Lower
Apr 2Enacted, Chapter 617 (Effective 07/01/2025 - see bill)Major