Bill
LC 145
LC 145 would broadly revise state water law to modernize rights, permits, and governance; if revived, it could affect agencies, water users, local governments, and the environment.
Overview
- Bill Number: LC 145
- Title: Generally revise state water law
- Subject: WATER
- Classification: bill
- Introduced: September 4, 2024
- Status: Draft Died in Process
- Legislative Actions:
- 2024-09-04: Drafter Assigned
- 2025-02-24: Draft On Hold
- 2025-05-22: Draft Died in Process
Purpose and scope (as indicated by the title)
- The bill is described as a broad revision of state water law. The exact text and provisions are not provided in the available information, so the specific aims, changes, and policy directions cannot be detailed here.
- Based on a general interpretation of such a title, potential aims would typically include clarifying water rights, updating permitting and administration processes, and aligning water governance with current needs (e.g., drought response, groundwater management, and water quality). However, these are general expectations and not confirmed provisions of LC 145.
Known provisions and content
- Specific sections, amendments, or new statutes are not included in the provided information.
- Therefore, a precise list of changes to rights, permitting deadlines, agency authority, implementation timelines, or enforcement mechanisms cannot be stated.
Who could be affected
- If enacted, LC 145 could affect:
- State water-management agencies and regulatory bodies
- Water users, including municipalities, irrigation districts, and industrial users
- Local governments and county planning authorities
- Environmental and agricultural stakeholders
- The exact scope of impact would depend on the final text, including which existing statutes are altered or repealed and how new provisions are implemented.
Timeline and procedural notes
- Introduced: Sept 4, 2024 (Drafter Assigned)
- 2024-09-04: Drafter Assigned (initial drafting activity)
- 2025-02-24: Draft On Hold (indicates temporary pause or reevaluation)
- 2025-05-22: Draft Died in Process (the bill did not advance to further committee action or floor consideration)
Potential impact if revived
- A revived version could modernize or streamline state water law, improve clarity around rights and permits, and enhance governance during drought or shortage periods.
- Any future version would need to address fiscal costs, administrative burden, transition timelines, and stakeholder engagement.
Notes
- The available information does not include the bill’s text, sponsors, or committee references. For a precise analysis, the full LC 145 text and fiscal notes would be required.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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