CA AB2304

Requires local agencies to submit a copy of their groundwater management plan resolution to the Department of Water Resources within 30 days of adoption and provide contact information for the plan drafter.

Mandates local agencies provide copies of proposed groundwater management plans to interested persons upon written request and send hearing notice at least 30 days before the adoption hearing.

Requires the Department of Water Resources to post information on its website about local agencies with jurisdiction to develop groundwater management plans.

Effective January 1, 2012, groundwater management plans must include a map identifying recharge areas that substantially contribute to groundwater basin replenishment, with the map provided to local planning agencies after adoption.

Expands state funding eligibility to include groundwater projects that are part of integrated regional water management programs or plans.