To preempt local governments from restricting residents in trimming or cutting down trees that are located on private property with an agricultural, business, commercial, or industrial zoning classification, except for “heritage trees” as defined in the bill. Locals would also be restricted from imposing a “mitigation” mandate on property owners that requires them to plant other trees or pay a fee. “Heritage trees” are defined as those of specified species with a specified trunk diameter.   Official Text and Analysis.

With the recommendation that the substitute (S-1) be adopted and that the bill then pass.

To move back the date the bill goes into effect.