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01/27/2025
Vote:
Herman Otten voted Yea (Passage) - HB 1052 - Prohibits the Use of Eminent Domain for Carbon Dioxide Pipelines
11/07/2024
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Herman Otten has failed the 2024 Political Courage Test.
10/24/2024
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Herman Otten was rated 92% by NORML (National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws) (Positions [2024-10-24])
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Herman Otten was rated 92% by NORML (National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws) (Candidate Positions [2024-10-24])
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Herman Otten was endorsed by National Rifle Association (NRA)
10/17/2024
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Herman Otten was rated 92% by National Rifle Association (NRA) (Candidate Positions)
03/07/2024
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Herman Otten voted Yea (Passage) - HB 1185 - Requires Individuals Pay $500 for Land Surveys
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Herman Otten voted Yea (Passage) - SB 1259 - Appropriates Money for the Ordinary Expenses of the State Government
03/06/2024
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Herman Otten voted Nay (Conference Report Vote) - HB 1186 - Prohibits Carbon Dioxide Pipeline Easement Agreements from Exceeding 50 Years
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Herman Otten voted Nay (Conference Report Vote) - SB 201 - Amends State Regulations on Pipeline Transmission Infrastructure
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