The bill amends the Metropolitan Redevelopment Code to grant local governments the power of eminent domain, allowing them to acquire properties necessary for redevelopment projects aimed at revitalizing slum or blighted areas. The legislative intent is to empower local governments to promote economic activity, provide essential services such as medical care and housing, and enhance public welfare through various redevelopment initiatives. The new language specifies that local governments are vested with all necessary powers, including eminent domain, to achieve these goals, which are to be exercised for the benefit of the state's inhabitants.

Additionally, the bill outlines the specific powers that local governments will have under the amended code, including the ability to undertake redevelopment projects, enter contracts, inspect properties, and acquire real property for administrative or project purposes. The amendments also clarify that local governments can engage in activities such as slum clearance, rehabilitation, and the provision of public services, all aimed at eliminating blight and fostering community development. The inclusion of eminent domain is a significant change, enhancing the tools available to local governments in their efforts to address urban decay and promote sustainable growth.

Statutes affected:
introduced version: 3-60A-3, 3-60A-10