Relating to the integrated state water resources strategy.
Impact
The bill emphasizes the importance of a coordinated approach to managing water resources, which is deemed critical for the state's economic and general welfare. By enacting this strategy, Oregon aims to streamline efforts across various public authorities and reduce the confusion caused by single-purpose management frameworks. The strategy will prioritize both in-stream and out-of-stream water needs while considering the impacts of climate change on water supply.
Summary
House Bill 3100 establishes key requirements for an integrated state water resources strategy in Oregon. Sponsored by the Committee on Agriculture, Land Use, Natural Resources, and Water, the bill creates an advisory committee to assist the Water Resources Commission and the Water Resources Department in matters pertaining to water resource management. This integration aims to address and coordinate the diverse needs related to water resources across the state while promoting policies that ensure the beneficial use and control of these essential resources.
Contention
Opposition may arise regarding the potential implications of centralizing water resource management, as various stakeholders may advocate for local control and specificity in addressing regional water issues. The bill's framework necessitates collaboration with other state, local, and federal entities, raising questions about the effectiveness and responsiveness of a centralized strategy compared to localized decision-making approaches. Additionally, proponents of the bill believe it will facilitate better resource management, while detractors might argue about possible overreach in controlling local resources.
An Act Concerning The Procurement Plan, Integrated Resources Plan And Comprehensive Energy Strategy And Minor And Technical Revisions To The Utility Statutes.
Updating and expanding the storm water planning requirements to be undertaken by counties; authorizing counties to regulate storm water within a watershed-based planning area; authorizing the formation of water resources management authorities; enabling counties, municipalities and water resources management authorities to develop integrated water resources management plans; imposing duties and conferring powers on the Department of Environmental Protection, the Environmental Quality Board, counties, municipalities and water resources management authorities; providing for financing and for waiver of use for certain grant or loan funds; establishing the Integrated Water Resources Management Account; and making repeals.
Updating and expanding the storm water planning requirements to be undertaken by counties; authorizing counties to regulate storm water within a watershed-based planning area; authorizing the formation of water resources management authorities; enabling counties, municipalities and water resources management authorities to develop integrated water resources management plans; imposing duties and conferring powers on the Department of Environmental Protection, the Environmental Quality Board, counties, municipalities and water resources management authorities; providing for financing and for waiver of use for certain grant or loan funds; establishing the Integrated Water Resources Management Account; and making repeals.
State Energy Resources Conservation and Development Commission: Alternative and Renewable Fuel and Vehicle Technology Program: assessments and forecasts: integrated energy policy report.
Appropriating money for the support of state government for the period beginning September 1, 2011, and ending August 31, 2013; and authorizing and prescribing conditions, limitations, rules, and procedures for allocating and expending the appropriated funds.