North Dakota lawmakers consider drawing water district borders to match watersheds
North Dakota lawmakers are considering a significant shift in how the state manages its water resources, influenced by neighboring Minnesota’s approach. A recent recommendation from the Senate Agriculture and Veterans Affairs Committee suggests a study to explore the possibility of reconfiguring North Dakota’s water districts based on watershed boundaries rather than political ones. This shift aims to resolve ongoing disputes and improve water management. The decision could reshape future legislation, emphasizing collaboration across counties to better accommodate the natural flow of water.
Peyton Haug with Inforum has the full story. Senate Bill 2210 details are below.
SB 2210
A BILL for an Act to provide for a legislative management study relating to the management of water based on watershed boundaries.
House Sponsors: Brandenburg (R, District 28), Schreiber-Beck (R, District 25),
Senate Sponsors: Weber (R, District 22), Dwyer (R, District 47), Luick (R, District 25), Sorvaag (R, District 45),
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