HB0242S02 | Water Usage Data Amendments

Description
General Description: 

This bill addresses water usage data.

Highlighted Provisions: 

Requires the Division of Water Resources to conduct a study of public school water use; requires publication and reporting of study findings and recommendations

Bill Details
Bill Number: 
HB0242S02
Year: 
2024
Status: 
House/ filed
Last Action: 
Mar 01, 2024
Sponsor
Representative
Melissa G. Ballard
Republican - District 20
Fiscal Note
Fiscal Note Amount: 
$85,000
This bill appropriates in fiscal year 2025: to Department of Natural Resources - Water Resources - Planning as a one-time appropriation: from the Water Resources Conservation and Development Fund, One-time, $85,000
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Utah PTA Response
Utah PTA Position
Support
Impact on Children: 

This bill seeks to conduct a study of school water usage and it will end with printed report and suggestions to possibly decrease water consumption and ensure conservation for our children's children.

Commission: 
Health
Utah PTA Public Policy Program
National PTA and Utah PTA Position Statements: 

The Right of Utah's Children to a Sustainable, Healthy Environment.

-Utah PTA is committed to supporting policies that encourage efficient water management and promoting water conservation practices in our communities,