Taylor Barry

Before any decision, the facts must be gathered. This is especially true when it relates to something as critical and widespread as statewide zoning legislation. By requiring empirical evidence, HB140 ensures that zoning legislation is passed that will only serve benefit the general public through careful research and planning. Additionally, HB140 upholds the values of the Live Free or Die state. By preventing extreme zoning legislation, the bill upholds the requirement that the state legislature has "Power to take property limited," as listed in the State Constitution. This restriction is critical to maintaining citizen's right to property.