Bill > SF3675

This bill modifies the water appropriation allocation priorities in Minnesota. It establishes a new first priority for domestic water supply, including use at hospitals, nursing homes, schools, and child care facilities, as well as power production that meets contingency planning requirements. The bill also encourages the appropriation and use of surface water during flood flows and high water levels, while discouraging the appropriation and use of surface water from smaller lakes. The overall goal is to prioritize essential and efficient water use while promoting the treatment and reuse of water for non-consumptive purposes.