Approves the State Water Resources Plan
If enacted, HCR72 will have significant implications for state law regarding the management and planning of water resources. It reflects a comprehensive approach to addressing water supply needs, preparing for potential shortages, and implementing strategies that enhance the state's resiliency against drought conditions. The resolution is aligned with ongoing efforts to maintain and periodically update the state's water management strategies to ensure that they meet the evolving needs of Missouri's ecology and economy.
HCR72 is a House Concurrent Resolution that seeks to approve the State Water Resources Plan developed by the Department of Natural Resources of Missouri. This resolution acknowledges the vital role that the state's water resources, which include numerous rivers, streams, lakes, and aquifers, play in supporting the needs of its six million residents. The bill emphasizes the importance of understanding and planning for water resource management to secure these critical resources for future generations.
While HCR72 aims to unify efforts around water resource management and planning, discussions surrounding the bill may involve considerations of how to best implement these plans on the ground. Stakeholders, including local governments and environmental advocates, may have varied perspectives on prioritizing certain water needs and the implications of state-level controls versus local autonomy in water resource decisions. The approval of this plan signals a commitment to proactive water management, but it also raises questions about adaptability to local conditions and needs.