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WY SF0122

WY SF0122
Water development amendments.


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Introduced
01/25/2017
In Committee
02/07/2017
Crossed Over
02/01/2017
Passed
Dead
03/03/2017

Introduced Session

2017 Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT relating to water development; providing that the water development program is for projects necessary for public benefit as specified; requiring commission members to disclose specified information; requiring the state engineer to maintain a list of beneficial uses of water; providing applicability; and providing for an effective date.

AI Summary

This bill proposes several amendments to Wyoming's water development laws. It specifies that the water development program is for projects necessary for public benefit, as defined by statute or determined by the state engineer. The bill requires commission members to disclose any personal interests in water projects or related law firms. Additionally, it requires the state engineer to maintain a list of all beneficial uses of water, which will be available to the public. The bill also clarifies that water rights are attached to the land or purpose for which they are acquired, with some exceptions. The bill would take effect immediately upon completion of the legislative process.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (6)

Last Action

postponed indefinitely (on 02/27/2017)

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