Committee advances Habitat for Humanity materials-exemption bill, citing $7,000 per‑unit savings
Mar 6, 2026
Mar 6, 2026
The Ways & Means Committee voted to advance HB 1132, a narrowly tailored exemption on construction materials intended to lower Habitat for Humanity building costs by about $7,000 per unit and includes a five‑year sunset; lawmakers debated fiscal impacts and resale restrictions to prevent flipping.
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The House Ways & Means Committee voted to advance HB 1132 after a presentation by Representative Franklin and follow-up questions about scope and fiscal impact.
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