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UT HB0490
Bill
Status
Failed
3/6/2026
Primary Sponsor
Doug Owens
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AI Summary
- Requires the Division of Water Resources, in coordination with the Division of Water Rights, to conduct a statewide study of water diversions classified as agricultural diversions by state agencies, including the number, type, and volume of such diversions and the volume being used for non-agricultural purposes
- Defines "agricultural diversion" as water diverted for production of crops, orchards, livestock, poultry, aquaculture, and related products, explicitly excluding water used for lawns/turf, municipal/industrial uses, golf courses, parks, athletic fields, or wildlife habitat
- Requires the Division of Water Resources to report study findings and any legislative recommendations to the Natural Resources, Agriculture, and Environment Interim Committee before November 30, 2026
- Authorizes the Division of Water Resources to contract with public or private entities to support completion of the study
- Takes effect May 6, 2026, with no money appropriated; sets a repeal date of July 1, 2027, for the study provision
Legislative Description
Water Optimization Reporting Amendments
Natural Resources
Last Action
House/ filed in House file for bills not passed
3/6/2026
Committee Referrals
Natural Resources, Agriculture, and Environment2/9/2026
Rules2/4/2026
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