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NM SB435

NM SB435
No Use Of Water Rights Before Approval


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Introduced
01/29/2017
In Committee
01/29/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/18/2017

Introduced Session

2017 Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT RELATING TO WATER; CLARIFYING THAT A LEASE OF A WATER RIGHT AND SUBSEQUENT USE OF WATER SHALL NOT TAKE EFFECT UNTIL AFTER THE APPLICATION HAS BEEN APPROVED IN ACCORDANCE WITH LAW; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.

AI Summary

This bill amends New Mexico law to clarify that a lease of a water right and subsequent use of water shall not take effect until after the application has been approved in accordance with the law. The bill also declares an emergency, stating that it is necessary for the public peace, health, and safety that the act take effect immediately.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

[LD 13] Referred to Senate Conservation (on 01/29/2017)

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