SB 2858 – Stops local government overreach

SB 2858 ensures that cities and counties cannot override or ignore state laws in areas like election procedures, criminal enforcement, and public health rules. Some local governments have been creating conflicting rules that go beyond what the state allows, leading to legal confusion and unequal enforcement. This bill puts a stop to that by clearly stating that state law is supreme in these areas and empowering the Attorney General to hold noncompliant jurisdictions accountable. This protects taxpayers from rogue local policies and prevents the misuse of taxpayer dollars to fund unlawful actions. This bill promotes limited, consistent governance and strengthens accountability in the use of public funds.