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HB 4097SARASOTA COUNTY · LOCALSession 2026Billin committee

Local Impact

HB 4097: Manatee County Library Act Amendment

Original title: HB 4097 — Manatee County

Last action · March 13, 2026: Died in Intergovernmental Affairs SubcommitteeSponsor: Bill Conerly

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What This Bill Would Do

This bill removes existing provisions from the Manatee County Free Public Library Act. The bill has been filed for initial review and subsequently referred to the and the State Affairs Committee. It is currently under consideration within the Intergovernmental Affairs Subcommittee.

Why it matters

This change could impact the operations and funding of the Manatee County Free Public Library, requiring residents to understand the specific alterations.

Who It Would Affect

Groups the bill's text would affect if enacted, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.

Opposes

Manatee County Free Public Library

The library's operations and funding could be affected by the removal of the specified provisions.

Indirectly affected

Manatee County Government

The government is involved in the process of reviewing and potentially amending the library act.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 'Removes provisions' mean?

It means the bill eliminates specific rules and regulations currently in place regarding the Manatee County Free Public Library Act.

What is the Intergovernmental Affairs Subcommittee?

This is a committee within the state legislature that reviews legislation related to local governments.

Will this affect library funding?

The bill removes provisions, so the impact on funding is currently unclear and will depend on the final outcome of the review.

What is a 'First Reading'?

First Reading is the initial review of a bill by the legislature.

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Where This Stands

Currently in committee. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Floor Vote.

Procedural history

5 actions

Jan 15, 2026House
Now in Intergovernmental Affairs Subcommittee
Jan 15, 2026HouseCommittee
Referred to State Affairs Committee
Jan 15, 2026HouseCommittee
Referred to Intergovernmental Affairs Subcommittee
Jan 13, 2026HouseIntroduced
1st Reading (Original Filed Version)
Jan 9, 2026HouseIntroduced
Filed

Version history

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Connected Entities

Manatee County Free Public Library Act, Manatee County

bill numberManatee County Free Public Library Act“The bill removes provisions related to this act”Map →

locationManatee County“The bill specifically addresses actions within Manatee County”Map →

Sources

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openstates.org

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