The proposed bill would amend current statutes regarding the Water Conservation Grant Fund by removing the eligibility of education and research programs for funding. Specifically, it would delete the existing provision that allows for funding of "education and research programs on how to reduce water consumption, increase water efficiency or increase water reuse." This change aims to streamline the focus of the fund towards more direct water conservation projects.

In addition to the deletion, the bill introduces new language that emphasizes the prioritization of on-the-ground projects over education programs. It retains some existing eligible uses of the fund while renumbering them accordingly. The updated list would now include education programs that inform residents about water conservation, but with a clear directive that these should be secondary to practical projects aimed at reducing water use. Overall, the bill seeks to refine the purpose of the Water Conservation Grant Fund to enhance its effectiveness in addressing water conservation efforts.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 49-1332
House Engrossed Version: 49-1332