House Passes Feedlot Bill Restricting Local Zoning

House members voted 71-19 to pass SB 2345 which relates to animal feeding operations. Amendments made in committee restricts local zoning authority by repealing the 50% variance on setbacks that is currently allowed and requires a local decision within 60 days. During floor debate, members of the House Agriculture Committee acknowledged the push back on the setback changes but stressed that they would like the chance to address this concern in conference committee. 

Several members expressed that they would be voting against 2345 because of the restriction this would have on local control. The bill will now more than likely end up in a conference committee with house and senate members.