2011 House Bill 4826

Authorize new ballast water regulation recommendations

Introduced in the House

June 28, 2011

Introduced by Rep. Frank Foster (R-107)

To require the state government “Aquatic Invasive Species Advisory Council” proposed by House Bill 4828 to make recommendations for state regulators and the legislature, also include provisions related to commercial sources of invasive species, including the aquarium, bait, pet, water garden, horticulture, aquaculture, and shipping trades.

Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources, Tourism, and Outdoor Recreation

Nov. 29, 2011

Reported without amendment

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

Jan. 17, 2012

Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources, Tourism, and Outdoor Recreation