The proposed bill would amend existing statutes related to domestic water improvement districts by expanding the scope of eligible projects and updating definitions. Specifically, it would add "standpipes" to the definition of "waterworks" and include "waterworks" and "domestic water delivery systems" for water hauling as authorized improvement projects for the establishment of a County Improvement District (CID). Additionally, it would allow the CID to undertake projects involving wells and standpipes, thereby broadening the types of infrastructure that can be developed under these districts.

Furthermore, the bill would clarify that the delivery of water through water hauling is included in the existing language regarding water delivery for domestic purposes. It would also grant improvement districts the power of eminent domain specifically for acquiring sites for wells and standpipes necessary for water delivery through hauling. The bill makes several technical and conforming changes to ensure consistency with these new provisions, while retaining the core structure of the current law.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 48-901, 48-902, 48-909
House Engrossed Version: 48-901, 48-902, 48-909