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Water Resources Development, U.S. Congress

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House Bill

Should Congress let water rights-of-way on land be used for aquifer recharge for states, Tribes and public entities?

To amend the Aquifer Recharge Flexibility Act to clarify a provision relating to for aquifer recharge purposes. (H.R. 331)

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Holders of water rights-of-way across Bureau of Land Management land could move water for aquifer recharge on behalf of states, Tribes or public entities without new approval.

  • Says this use is not an expansion, modification, major federal action or substantial deviation
  • Exempts holders from paying additional rents to the BLM, except for for-profit uses or entities
  • Requires holders to notify the BLM of their intended use

Water Resources Development Bills

20 bills

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