Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 116 emphasizes the importance of Water District 1 in Idaho, which includes several counties in the Panhandle region. The resolution highlights the necessity of efficient water resource management for agricultural productivity, flood risk management, and the preservation of recreational and economic values associated with North Idaho's water bodies. It recognizes the Idaho Water Resource Board's (IWRB) efforts in identifying and funding critical projects aimed at modernizing infrastructure and ensuring long-term water sustainability in the region.

The resolution expresses legislative support for various ongoing and future water projects, including the Priest Lake Outlet Dam Modification and the Lewiston Orchards Irrigation District's Lower Clearwater Exchange Project. It commends the successful use of Aging Infrastructure Grants for agricultural systems and acknowledges modernization efforts by the Hayden Lake Irrigation District. The resolution underscores the need for continued investment in water security to address challenges posed by population growth and aging infrastructure, advocating for sustained funding to ensure the viability of these essential projects in Water District 1.