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IA HF2210
IA HF2210A bill for an act relating to beneficial use in the context of water allocation.
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Introduced
01/29/2026
01/29/2026
In Committee
01/29/2026
01/29/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
91st General Assembly
Bill Summary
This bill relates to beneficial use of water allocation. Under current law, for the purposes of Code chapter 455B, subchapter III, part 4, “beneficial use” is defined as the application of water to a useful purpose that inures to the benefit of the water user and subject to the user’s dominion and control but does not include the waste or pollution of water. The bill strikes the definition and provides that beneficial use is determined by the department of natural resources on a case-by-case basis when determining whether to grant a permit for the diversion, storage, or withdrawal of water, and must not be based on the category of use.
AI Summary
This bill modifies how "beneficial use" is defined and applied when the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) considers permits for diverting, storing, or withdrawing water. Previously, "beneficial use" was defined as applying water to a useful purpose that benefits the user and is under their control, excluding waste or pollution. This bill removes that specific definition and instead states that the DNR will determine beneficial use on a case-by-case basis when reviewing permit applications, meaning the decision will be made based on the specific circumstances of each request rather than relying on pre-defined categories of uses.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced, referred to Natural Resources. H.J. 175. (on 01/29/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.iowa.gov/legislation/BillBook?ga=91&ba=HF2210 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/publications/LGI/91/attachments/HF2210.html |
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