REVISED
STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
RS29975 / S1021
This legislation clarifies that the existing Priest Lake outlet control structure is under the sole and exclusive
supervision and control of the Idaho Water Resource Board. It also requires approval of the Idaho State
Legislature and the Governor before any additional outlet control structure from the lake may be constructed.
FISCAL NOTE
This legislation does not involve the expenditure of funds by the state or any local government because it just
clarifies who controls the Priest Lake outlet and the process by which additional outlets may be constructed.
Contact:
Senator Scott Herndon
(208) 332-1349
Representative Heather Scott
(208) 332-1190
DISCLAIMER: This statement of purpose and fiscal note are a mere attachment to this bill and prepared by a proponent
of the bill. It is neither intended as an expression of legislative intent nor intended for any use outside of the legislative
process, including judicial review (Joint Rule 18).
Statement of Purpose / Fiscal Note Bill SOP/FN REVISED: 03/13/2023, 1:15 PM


Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 70-507