Senate inserts park‑strip political‑sign language into H33; government‑forms and digital submission deadlines set

Carson summarized a set of general‑government items that drew member attention.

On H33, ULCT staff said they had negotiated removal of park‑strip language earlier in the process, but the Senate later reinserted that language and passed the bill with the park‑strip provision intact. The provision prevents local governments from prohibiting political signs in park strips when the adjacent property owner or lawful occupant consents and is responsible for maintenance; ULCT staff said they opposed the last‑minute insertion.

Carson also outlined HB47, which requires municipalities above specified revenue/expenditure thresholds to allow electronic submission of government forms (by PDF or online fillable tools). The compliance deadlines are July 1, 2027 for municipalities with revenues or expenditures above $1 million and by 2030 for smaller municipalities, with narrow exemptions available.

ULCT staff advised members to review local ordinances and form‑submission workflows to ensure compliance with HB47, and to note the change to political‑sign authority under H33 when advising constituents about sign placement in park strips.

No formal vote tallies for H33 were provided in the meeting transcript beyond the statement that the Senate passed the amendment; ULCT staff said they formally opposed the park‑strip insertion and will note that in their materials.