The California Water Plan: water storage.
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Fiscal committee
No
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Current location
Water, Parks and Wildlife
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- Introduced
- Passed Assembly
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill directs the California Department of Water Resources to revise The California Water Plan, which guides the state’s water management strategies. Specifically, it mandates that water storage be prioritized as the preferred method for increasing water availability to meet the needs of urban, agricultural, and environmental sectors. The plan amendment reflects a shift towards utilizing water storage projects to address growing water demands across California. This change aims to ensure a more robust water supply for the future.
Key provisions
- Requires the Department of Water Resources to amend The California Water Plan.
- Designates water storage as the state’s preferred method for increasing water availability.
- The amendment applies to urban, agricultural, and environmental water demands.
- The plan update is part of the regular 5-year review process.
- The bill adds Section 10014 to the Water Code.
Who is affected
- Urban water users
- Agricultural water users
- Environmental interests
- The Department of Water Resources
- The State of California
Notable changes
- Prioritizes water storage over other methods for increasing water supply.
- Formalizes water storage as a key strategy within The California Water Plan.
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