Georgia lawmakers are seeking to strengthen farmers’ protections from being sued over nuisances such as noises, dust and odors, a move that farming advocates cast Friday as a key vote in favor of an embattled agriculture sector, while environmentalists said it would open the door for bad neighbors.

The Senate voted 31-23 for House Bill 1150, sending it back to the House for final approval of changes.

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