Bill > HB3300

This bill establishes a Task Force on Desalination consisting of 15 members: two senators, two representatives (each from different political parties), and 11 appointees by the Governor representing various state departments and industries, including agriculture, energy, environmental quality, water resources, and geology, as well as a port association and five at-large members. The task force is charged with studying the creation of a statewide desalination program, which involves examining the program's feasibility, development strategies, and related issues. The task force can consult experts, gather testimony, and collect data to support its work. Members will elect a chairperson, and legislative members will serve in a non-voting advisory capacity. The task force is required to submit a report with potential legislative recommendations to an interim water-related committee by December 15, 2026, and will be supported by the Water Resources Department staff. Members will serve as volunteers without compensation, and state agencies are directed to assist the task force. The bill includes a sunset provision that will dissolve the task force on December 31, 2026, and will take effect 91 days after the adjournment of the 2025 legislative session.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

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