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This concurrent resolution expresses support for federal government involvement and congressional approval for significant rural water supply projects in South Dakota, as identified by the South Dakota Association of Rural Water Systems (SDARWS), a group representing rural water systems and municipalities. The resolution acknowledges that safe and reliable water is vital for South Dakota's health and economy, and that many areas require large-scale, regional solutions beyond local capabilities. It specifically mentions projects like the Dakota Mainstem, Western Dakota, Lewis and Clark, and Water Investment in Northern South Dakota initiatives, which aim to address documented water quantity and quality needs. The resolution emphasizes that such major projects typically require authorization and financial participation from federal agencies, such as the Bureau of Reclamation within the U.S. Department of the Interior, to move forward with planning, studies, and construction. It also encourages ongoing collaboration among local water providers, state agencies like the Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources, and federal partners to ensure these projects are developed responsibly and benefit the state and its residents.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://sdlegislature.gov/#/Session/Bill/27016