The bill amends Section 36.1132 of the Water Code to introduce a new provision regarding the issuance of groundwater permits by groundwater conservation districts. Specifically, it adds Subsection (d), which stipulates that a district cannot issue a permit for the production and transfer of groundwater out of the district if doing so would allow the applicant to exceed five percent of the total modeled available groundwater allocated to the district, as determined by the executive administrator. This measure aims to regulate groundwater extraction and ensure sustainable management of water resources.

The new provision applies only to permits issued on or after the effective date of the Act, which is set to take effect 91 days after the conclusion of the legislative session. This legislative change reflects a commitment to responsible groundwater management and aims to prevent over-extraction that could jeopardize the district's water supply.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Water Code 36.1132 (Water Code 36)