HB 1931 - DIGEST

Provides that, beginning July 1, 2007, the center shall design and carry out a process to identify issues that cause conflicts between agricultural activities occurring on agricultural lands and development regulations to protect critical areas.

Requires the center to involve stakeholders from diverse perspectives in the process, including but not limited to representatives of counties, cities, the agriculture industry, the environmental community, Native American tribes, and state agencies.

Requires that, by October 1, 2008, the center shall report to the governor and the appropriate committees of the legislature its findings and recommendations for resolving or reducing these conflicts, including statutory changes for consideration during the 2009 legislative session.