Bill
H 4776
H 4776 expands municipal zoning, funding, services, and governance, granting cities/towns greater autonomy to address local priorities and infrastructure needs.
H 4776 is a bill introduced in the legislature on November 24, 2025 that seeks to expand the powers and responsibilities of municipal governments within the state. The bill has been discharged to the House Rules committee for further consideration.
The main components of H 4776 include:
Expanded Municipal Zoning Authority: The bill would grant municipalities broader powers to regulate land use, development, and zoning within their borders. This includes the ability to establish new zoning districts, create design standards, and restrict certain types of commercial or residential projects.
Increased Local Infrastructure Funding: H 4776 would create new funding mechanisms to allow municipalities to raise revenue for local infrastructure projects. This includes the ability to levy special assessments, issue municipal bonds, and receive a larger share of state transportation funding.
Strengthened Municipal Services: The legislation would mandate that municipalities provide certain core public services like fire protection, waste management, and public parks. It also allows cities and towns to establish new municipal departments and agencies as needed.
Enhanced Local Governance: The bill grants municipal governments more autonomy from state oversight in areas like budgeting, personnel decisions, and the adoption of local laws and ordinances. It also expands the authority of elected mayors and city councils.
If enacted, H 4776 would significantly reshape the powers and responsibilities of local governments across the state. Municipalities would gain substantial new authorities and revenue sources to address local priorities and infrastructure needs.
The legislation has been referred to the House Rules committee, which will likely hold public hearings and debate the bill's provisions before sending it to the full House for consideration. Given the scope of the changes proposed, the legislative process for H 4776 may take several months to a year or more to complete.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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