❌ HB227
Modify excavation requirements
Summary
The bill modifies excavation requirements in Ohio, establishing definitions for terms related to excavation, utility facilities, and protection services. It mandates that utilities register their underground facilities with a protection service and outlines notification processes for developers and excavators before commencing excavation work. The bill also specifies timelines for notifications and exceptions for certain types of properties and emergency situations.
Rationale
The bill introduces regulatory requirements for excavation and utility notifications, which may conflict with LP principles of minimal government intervention and free market operations. However, it does not significantly infringe on personal liberties, leading to a mixed alignment score for the LPO, which supports some regulatory frameworks for public safety.
Risks and Concerns
- Increased government regulation on private property and business operations
- Potential for bureaucratic inefficiencies in the excavation process
- Possibility of overreach in enforcement of excavation regulations