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MN HF3661

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/29/2016

Primary Sponsor

Jerry Newton

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Origin

House of Representatives

89th Legislature 2015-2016

AI Summary

  • Governor must appoint a trained hydrologist to serve as the state's water policy manager, who reports directly to the governor

  • Water policy manager must enforce the state's water laws and oversee water policy among executive branch agencies

  • Water policy manager responsibilities include protection and restoration of surface water and groundwater resources, and prevention of degradation for benefit of current and future generations

  • Water policy manager serves as the governor's representative to the Legislative Water Commission established under section 3.886

  • Provision becomes effective the day following final enactment

Legislative Description

Water policy manager appointment by the governor required, and water policy manager qualifications and duties established.

Last Action

Introduction and first reading, referred to Environment and Natural Resources Policy and Finance

3/29/2016

Committee Referrals

Environment and Natural Resources Policy Finance3/29/2016

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