Bill
SB 472
SB 472 aimed to revise penalties for water permit violations, encouraging compliance by potentially lowering fines for minor infractions, but was ultimately vetoed.
Bill Number: SB 472
Title: Revise penalties for violations under 310 permit process
Status: Veto Override Failed in Legislature
Introduced: November 27, 2024
Classification: Bill
Subject: Water
SB 472 aimed to revise the penalties associated with violations of the 310 permit process, which governs the management and use of water resources. The bill sought to establish clearer guidelines and potentially reduce penalties for certain infractions, thereby impacting how water resource management is enforced.
The primary intent of SB 472 was to:
- Clarify Penalties: Provide a more structured framework for penalties related to violations of the 310 permit process.
- Encourage Compliance: By potentially lowering penalties for minor infractions, the bill aimed to encourage compliance among permit holders and reduce the burden of penalties that could deter responsible water management practices.
While the specific text of the bill is not provided, the key provisions likely included:
- Revised Penalty Structure: Changes to the existing penalty framework to differentiate between minor and major violations, possibly reducing fines for less severe infractions.
- Guidelines for Enforcement: Establishment of clearer guidelines for enforcement agencies on how to apply penalties consistently.
The bill would have impacted:
- Permit Holders: Individuals and organizations holding 310 permits for water management would have faced revised penalties, potentially benefiting from reduced fines for minor violations.
- Enforcement Agencies: Agencies responsible for monitoring compliance with the 310 permit process would have had clearer guidelines for enforcing penalties.
The legislative journey of SB 472 included several significant actions:
- Introduced: November 27, 2024
- Senate Approval: The bill passed the Senate on March 7, 2025.
- House Consideration: The House amended the bill and returned it to the Senate for concurrence on April 12, 2025.
- Governor's Action: The bill was vetoed by the Governor on May 12, 2025.
- Veto Override Attempts: The Senate attempted to override the veto, but the effort failed on June 12, 2025.
SB 472 represented an effort to reform the penalties associated with the 310 permit process, aiming to foster better compliance and management of water resources. However, the bill ultimately did not become law due to the Governor's veto and the failure of the veto override in the legislature.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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