North Carolina S428 revises laws governing transfers of surface water between river basins.

North Carolina S428 revises the laws governing transfers of surface water between river basins. The bill outlines the process for obtaining a certificate for water transfers, including public hearings and environmental document preparation. It specifies conditions and limitations for certificates, such as water conservation plans and drought management plans. The bill also addresses modifications to existing certificates and the relationship with federal law. It emphasizes the importance of maintaining water quality and protecting water supply needs in both source and receiving river basins.

North Carolina S428 revises laws governing transfers of surface water between river basins.

North Carolina S428 revises the laws governing transfers of surface water between river basins. The bill outlines the process for obtaining a certificate for water transfers, including public hearings and environmental document preparation. It specifies conditions and limitations for certificates, such as water conservation plans and drought management plans. The bill also addresses modifications to existing certificates and the relationship with federal law. It emphasizes the importance of maintaining water quality and protecting water supply needs in both source and receiving river basins.