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OK SB1332

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/1/2016

Primary Sponsor

David Holt

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Origin

Senate

2016 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Declares protection of beneficial uses of state waters a compelling state interest, subject only to legislative authority and state agency regulatory authority as defined in Title 27A, Section 1-1-202

  • Defines "waters of the state" broadly to include all streams, lakes, ponds, marshes, wells, springs, irrigation systems, drainage systems, and other water bodies—both surface and underground, natural or artificial, public or private

  • Establishes seven categories of beneficial uses: emergency water supply, public and private water supply, fish and wildlife propagation, agriculture, recreation, navigation, and aesthetics

  • Includes emergency clause for immediate effect upon passage due to public peace, health, and safety concerns

Legislative Description

Waters and water rights; defining certain state interests in water.

Last Action

Second Reading referred to Energy

2/2/2016

Committee Referrals

Energy2/2/2016

Full Bill Text

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