supply and demand; assessment; groundwater.
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
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Overview
This bill amends the Arizona Department of Water Resources’ authority to manage and assess groundwater resources. Specifically, it updates the director’s powers and duties, including conducting water supply and demand assessments for groundwater basins and coordinating with various state and federal agencies. The bill also requires the department to present an annual report to the legislature on the state’s water supply and demand, addressing key issues like drought, water banking, and Colorado River allocations.
Key provisions
- Updates the director’s powers and duties related to groundwater management and conservation.
- Requires the Department of Water Resources to conduct water supply and demand assessments for at least six groundwater basins annually.
- Mandates the inclusion of specific data in the water supply and demand assessments.
- Requires the department to prepare and submit an annual report to the legislature on water issues.
- Authorizes the director to enter into contracts with outside entities to perform assessments.
- Establishes requirements for reporting on active management areas and Colorado River issues.
- Includes provisions for coordinating with Mexico on border water planning.
- Requires the department to maintain a public docket for all water-related matters.
Who is affected
- The Arizona Department of Water Resources
- Water users and landowners in Arizona
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