Bill > AB638

This bill requires the State Water Resources Control Board to develop recommendations by December 1, 2026, for using captured stormwater to irrigate urban public lands, which are defined as state, city, or county-owned lands or publicly accessible areas like parks, street medians, parkways, and golf courses. The recommendations must address opportunities to use captured stormwater to reduce potable water demand while minimizing public health risks, and must include guidance on managing potential health hazards such as pathogens, pathogen indicators, total suspended solids, and toxics. The board will be required to solicit public comments on the proposed recommendations and hold a public hearing before approving the final guidance. This legislation builds upon the existing Stormwater Resource Planning Act and aims to promote more efficient water use by encouraging the use of stormwater for irrigation purposes, potentially helping California address water conservation challenges.

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Budget and Finance

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