Requires the department of transportation to include in its existing...
Requires the department of transportation to include in its existing vegetative management program the removal of invasive vines which are so hazardous that they pose an imminent danger of causing trees or tree limbs to fall onto highways.
This bill aims to enhance public safety by requiring the Department of Transportation to include the removal of hazardous invasive vines in its existing vegetative management program. These vines pose a significant risk of causing trees or tree limbs to fall onto highways, potentially leading to accidents.
The bill would affect anyone who travels on highways where these invasive vines are present, improving safety by reducing the risk of trees or limbs falling onto roads. The Department of Transportation would be responsible for identifying and removing these vines, ensuring safer travel conditions.
As of January 8, 2025, the bill was introduced and referred to the transportation committee for further consideration. The latest referral happened on January 7, 2026, indicating ongoing review and potential future action.
