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SB 192

State-owned bottomlands; localities, property interest.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Angelia Graves

SB 192 modifies local government authority over state-owned bottomlands property interests, affecting jurisdiction and control of waterway-adjacent submerged lands.

Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (SB192)
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Bill Summary · SB 192

Legislative bill overview

SB 192 addresses the management and property interests in state-owned bottomlands—submerged or periodically flooded lands along waterways. The bill appears to clarify local government authority and property rights regarding these state-owned lands, though the specific mechanisms are not detailed in the available action items.

Why is this important

Bottomlands are ecologically significant areas that support wildlife, filter water, and provide flood protection. Clarifying ownership and local control over these lands affects conservation policy, land use planning, and the balance of power between state and local governments in environmental management.

Potential points of contention

  • State vs. local control: Whether localities should have expanded authority over state-owned lands and to what extent this limits state-level conservation objectives
  • Economic interests: Potential conflicts between environmental protection and local development or resource extraction interests
  • Fiscal implications: The Department of Planning and Budget's fiscal impact statement suggests budgetary consequences that may affect state or local resources

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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