Blocks federal agencies from forcing water users to give up water rights for land permits, strengthening state control over water.
This bill would stop federal agencies from making people give up their water rights to get permits for using federal land. It would also make sure federal rules about water don't go against state laws, giving states more say over how water is used. This means water users and states would have clearer control over their water resources.
Today, federal agencies might have the discretion to require water users to transfer their water rights to the United States or impose federal requirements on water use that could conflict with state law, as a condition for federal land use agreements. If this bill passes, federal agencies would be prohibited from doing this, and would instead be required to recognize and coordinate with state water authorities, ensuring federal actions are consistent with state water law.
HR 302 · 119th Congress · January 9, 2025 · AI Summary by gemini-2.5-flash · 9/10
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