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CT HB05518

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/20/2011

Primary Sponsor

Mary Mushinsky

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Origin

House of Representatives

2011 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Amends Section 25-33o of the general statutes to establish new duties for the Water Planning Council regarding state-wide water resource planning and allocation
  • Requires the council to develop a structured, comprehensive approach for identifying stream flow goals based on scientific data and proper planning
  • Authorizes the council to prioritize water apportionment among conservation groups, recreation interests, businesses, and agricultural users
  • Establishes a water diversion permitting process to be overseen by the council for effective allocation of water resources
  • Takes effect upon passage

Legislative Description

An Act Establishing A State-wide Water Use Plan.

Last Action

Tabled for the Calendar, House

4/20/2011

Committee Referrals

Public Health4/12/2011
Environment1/20/2011

Full Bill Text

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