STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
RS27297 / H0366
The purpose of this legislation is to amend Chapter 6, Title 42, Idaho Code to consolidate language and reduce
duplication of sections related to the collection of water district assessments; clarifies requirement for counties
that collect water district assessments; correct errors; consolidate the requirements for watermaster reporting
into one section; authorize watermasters to estimate the amount of water delivered to water users where actual
delivery data are not available for purposes of assessment; and amend requirements for water district annual
meeting notices.
FISCAL NOTE
The proposed legislative amendment will have no financial impact because it is limited to clarifying,
consolidating or correcting language in the statute, and streamlining the process for water district annual
meeting notices.
Contact:
Tim Luke
Department of Water Resources
(208) 287-4959
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 INTRODUCED: 01/28/2020, 8:29 AM


Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 42-605, 42-605A, 42-606, 42-607, 42-610, 42-612, 42-613, 42-615, 42-617, 42-618, 42-619