The bill amends the Wyoming water development program to explicitly include forest health projects as eligible for funding and support. It modifies W.S. 41-2-112(a) to incorporate "forest health" into the list of beneficial uses of water resources, emphasizing the importance of these projects in enhancing water yield and quality, as well as promoting the overall health and safety of Wyoming's environment and communities.

Additionally, the bill introduces a new definition for "forest health" in W.S. 41-2-113(a), describing it as projects aimed at improving water yield or quality from forest lands, while also addressing issues such as wildfire risk, forest product production, and wildlife habitat conditions. This legislative change is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
26LSO-0181 v0.4: 41-2-112, 41-2-113