HB 2201 - DIGEST

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     Designates the elements which an irrigation district should consider in approving a change in use of water within the district.

     Provides that the department may not initiate relinquishment proceedings under chapter 90.14 RCW regarding a water right for which an application for a transfer or change is filed during the period beginning on the date the department receives the application and ending two years after the date of approval or denial of the application.

     Establishes procedures for a change in use of water when a portion of the water is made surplus to the beneficial uses through the implementation of practices or technologies which are more efficient.