Minnesota HF2613 allows transfer of unused water-use permit gallons, use of excess water in drought conditions, and increased water use for cover.

Minnesota HF2613 amends water-use permit regulations to allow the transfer of unused gallons between permit holders in compliance with permit conditions. It permits irrigators to use excess water during drought conditions if they did not use their full allocation the previous year and the commissioner deems the use sustainable. Additionally, permit holders can apply for increased water use for cover crops, subject to commissioner approval based on sustainability standards.

Minnesota HF2613 allows transfer of unused water-use permit gallons, use of excess water in drought conditions, and increased water use for cover.

Minnesota HF2613 amends water-use permit regulations to allow the transfer of unused gallons between permit holders in compliance with permit conditions. It permits irrigators to use excess water during drought conditions if they did not use their full allocation the previous year and the commissioner deems the use sustainable. Additionally, permit holders can apply for increased water use for cover crops, subject to commissioner approval based on sustainability standards.