SB 31
Revises provisions relating to the adjudication of vested water rights. (BDR 48-260)
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Bill overview
This bill clarifies the process for adjudicating water rights in Nevada, specifically addressing how federal agencies are treated. It ensures that federal agencies claiming vested water rights are not required to submit proof of their claims by December 31, 2027, and requires that notices of pending adjudication, beginning January 1, 2028, include a requirement for federal agencies to make proof of their claims. The bill aims to streamline the adjudication process by recognizing the unique legal status of federal water rights claims.
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Senate Committee on Natural Resources
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