IA HF861

Removes the statutory definition of "beneficial use" from Iowa Code chapter 455B, which currently defines it as application of water to a useful purpose that benefits the user and is subject to their control, excluding waste or pollution

Requires the Department of Natural Resources to determine beneficial use on a case-by-case basis when reviewing water diversion, storage, or withdrawal permit applications

Prohibits the department from basing beneficial use determinations on categories of uses, requiring individualized assessment instead

Maintains existing permit processing timelines of 90 days for new applications and 30 days for renewal applications