Merge the Department of Natural Resources with the Department of Environment and Energy and change the name to the Department of Water, Energy, and Environment, create the position of Chief Water Officer, and provide, change, and eliminate powers and duties relating to water, conservation, state game refuges, and low-level radioactive waste disposal
109th Legislature (2025-2026)
Introduced by
Tom Brandt,
LB 317 merges two departments into the new Department of Water, Energy, and Environment, enhancing water management and conservation for better public health and resource efficiency.
Approved by Governor on May 6, 2025
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