SB61

Revise laws related to considerations for measuring of streamflow

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Montana SB61 revises laws to establish policy considerations for measuring streamflow.

Montana SB61 revises laws to establish policy considerations for measuring streamflow. The bill emphasizes the importance of accurate, real-time streamflow measurements to determine water availability for appropriation and protect existing water rights. It codifies these considerations as part of Title 85, chapter 2, part 1. The bill ensures that streamflow measurement supports effective water management and distribution.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

88 Yea

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1 Absent

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Calendar

Jan 27, 2025

3:00 PM

House Natural Resources Hearing

Jan 13, 2025

3:00 PM

Senate Natural Resources Hearing

History

Feb 27, 2025

Senate

Chapter Number Assigned

Feb 27, 2025

Senate

(S) Signed by Governor

Feb 21, 2025

Senate

(S) Transmitted to Governor