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This bill expands the responsibilities of the Mahomet Aquifer Advisory Study Commission, which is a group tasked with studying and reviewing reports related to the Mahomet Aquifer, a vital underground water source. Previously, the Commission focused on the safety of carbon capture and storage projects in the aquifer area. Now, it will also be required to examine and review any reports concerning the depletion or exhaustion of the Mahomet Aquifer due to increased water withdrawals by industries. The bill aims to ensure the long-term health and sustainability of this important water resource by adding this new area of study to the Commission's existing duties.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.ilga.gov/Legislation/BillStatus?DocNum=3081&GAID=18&DocTypeID=SB&SessionID=114&GA=104