Bill > H0467

This bill amends existing law to revise provisions regarding certain special assessments for ground water districts in Idaho. The key changes are: 1) It allows ground water districts to levy emergency assessments to cover additional expenses, as long as they provide at least 14 days' written notice to members. 2) It increases the maximum special assessment that can be levied against a member for excess water use from $100 per acre-foot to up to $300 per acre-foot. 3) It clarifies that assessments must be based on the member's authorized water use or irrigated acreage, but allows the board to adjust the proportionate share to consider factors like water right priority, consumptive use, and the benefits derived from the district's mitigation activities. 4) It declares an emergency and provides an effective date of July 1, 2024.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Resources and Conservation Committee (House)

https://legislature.idaho.gov/sessioninfo/2024/legislation/H0467/