HB 2449 - DIGEST

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     Authorizes local water resource agencies to organize a water conservancy board.

     Authorizes twelve or more water right holders to organize a water conservancy board.

     Requires the boards to establish a program and procedures for the administration of a system of timely local approvals for water transfers.

     Declares that the development of multipurpose water storage facilities shall be a high priority for programs of water allocation, planning, management, and efficiency.

     Revises provisions relating to interties.

     Requires the development of a general permit system for appropriating water for nonconsumptive, nonbypass use.