Nevada AB134 establishes provisions for water conservation, including the creation of water conservation plans and restrictions on water rights.
Nevada AB134 amends existing water laws to promote water conservation. It allows holders of perfected water rights to submit water conservation plans to the State Engineer, which, if approved, restrict changes to the water right during the plan's term. The bill also modifies the conditions under which the State Engineer can approve or reject water appropriation applications, emphasizing conservation and beneficial use. Additionally, it introduces measures to manage groundwater basins, including restrictions on drilling and depth of domestic wells in certain areas.
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