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Introduced
01/13/2025
01/13/2025
In Committee
01/13/2025
01/13/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/24/2025
04/24/2025
Introduced Session
2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
DNR study of ground water resources. Requires the department of natural resources (department) to study certain information pertaining to ground water and water withdrawals. Provides that the department shall, not later than October 1, 2025, provide the legislative council a report of its findings.
AI Summary
This bill requires the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) to conduct a comprehensive study of ground water resources in Indiana, focusing on five key areas: (1) ground water withdrawal data, (2) the significant water withdrawal management system, (3) ongoing monitoring of ground water supply and demand, (4) methods to collect ground water data statewide and identify monitoring system deficiencies, and (5) evaluating the potential need for a two-year moratorium on approving projects requiring significant water withdrawals. The DNR is mandated to complete this study and submit an electronic report to the legislative council by October 1, 2025, with the study's section set to expire on January 1, 2026. This legislation aims to provide a detailed assessment of the state's ground water resources, potentially informing future water management policies and conservation efforts.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
First reading: referred to Committee on Utilities, Energy and Telecommunications (on 01/13/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2025/bills/house/1268/details |
| Fiscal Note #1: Introduced | https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2025/house/bills/HB1268/fiscal-notes/HB1268.01.INTR.FN001.pdf |
| BillText | https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2025/house/bills/HB1268/HB1268.01.INTR.pdf |
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