HB 3502
Makes permanent certain provisions related to water right examiner certification.
Jurisdiction
Oregon
Session
2025 Regular Session
Committee
Agriculture, Land Use, Natural Resources, and Water
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Bill overview
This bill makes permanent certain rules related to the certification of people who review water rights in Oregon. Specifically, it ensures that the criteria and processes for certifying geologists, engineers, and land surveyors to conduct surveys related to water rights remain in place. The bill updates existing Oregon laws to reflect changes made in 2023 legislation.
Key provisions
- Removes a sunset provision for water right examiner certification rules.
- Defines key terms such as ‘District’ and ‘Registered Geologist’.
- Requires the Water Resources Commission to establish certification criteria.
- Allows specific individuals (engineers, surveyors, geologists, and district employees) to apply for certification.
- Establishes a process for applicants to pass an examination to qualify as a water right examiner.
- Authorizes the State Board of Examiners to issue water right examiner certificates.
- Provides for fees associated with the certification process.
- Allows the board to regulate certified water right examiners and establish continuing education requirements.
Who is affected
- Water resource professionals
- Oregon Water Resources Department
- Irrigation districts
- Drainage districts
- Water improvement districts
Notable changes
- Extends the existing framework for water right examiner certification.
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