The Florida House of Representatives has passed a resolution (CS/HR 661 2025) that encourages the adoption of One Water approaches to water resource management. This initiative aims to integrate water supply, quality, protection, and conservation to support future growth and mitigate projected water supply shortages. The resolution highlights the critical importance of water for human health, economic prosperity, and the environment, noting that Florida's rapid growth has led to increased demand on its water resources. It also points out that a significant portion of the state is categorized as water resource caution areas, with many water bodies facing quality impairments.

The resolution advocates for a collaborative and integrated systems approach to managing all aspects of water resources, including fresh and brackish surface and groundwater, stormwater, wastewater, and recycled water. By promoting a One Water strategy, the resolution seeks to optimize resource management, balance demand and supply, and protect the environment. The Florida One Water Commission, which includes various stakeholders, supports this integrated approach, and public water utilities are increasingly adopting these strategies to ensure reliable and resilient water resources that benefit both the economy and the environment.