HB 2097 Oregon House · 2017 Regular Session

Relating to water resource target regions.

Summary
Makes findings and declarations regarding use of state region approach to water resource management and drought resilience. Directs Water Resources Department to establish and administer six target regions within state for purpose of addressing priorities and achieving goals to improve water resource management and drought resiliency. Requires department to consult with Oregon Business Development Department, Regional Solutions Program and Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board regarding establishment and administration of target regions. Requires Water Resources Department to establish transition teams to assist department with establishment of target regions. Requires joint agency report to interim committee of Legislative Assembly no later than September 15, 2018, regarding opportunities for integrating resources to optimize water development or water supply study resources.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2017
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 9, 2017 Last action Jul 7, 2017
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Jul 7, 2017
Legislature · Reported by committee
In committee upon adjournment.
Jan 18, 2017
Legislature · Referred to committee
Referred to Agriculture and Natural Resources with subsequent referral to Ways and Means.
Jan 9, 2017
Legislature · Introduced
First reading. Referred to Speaker's desk.
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