Bill > H3814

This bill modifies the existing Surface Water Study Committee's mandate and timeline. Originally established in Act 226 of 2024 to study surface water in South Carolina, the committee is now authorized to expand its scope to include studying groundwater and related topics. The bill extends the deadline for submitting the committee's report to the General Assembly from March 1, 2025, to March 2, 2026, giving the committee more time to conduct a comprehensive investigation. The existing proviso (117.184) remains in effect, with this joint resolution taking precedence in cases of conflicting provisions. The changes will take effect upon approval by the Governor, providing the study committee with greater flexibility to thoroughly examine water resources in the state and potentially develop more comprehensive recommendations about surface and groundwater conditions.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

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