Impounding structure; definition, exempts certain dams. (SB1406)

Introduced By

Sen. Jill Holtzman Vogel (R-Winchester)

Progress

Introduced
Passed Committee
Passed House
Passed Senate
Signed by Governor
Became Law

Description

Definition of impounding structure.  Exempts dams that are  operated primarily for agricultural preservation and conservation purposes and that (i) are less than 30 feet in height or (ii) create a maximum impoundment capacity smaller than 100 acre-feet from the definition of impounding structure. Currently, the exemption applies to dams operated primarily for agricultural purposes that are less than 25 feet in height and that create a maximum impoundment capacity smaller than 100 acre-feet. The bill also contains technical amendments. Read the Bill »

Status

02/07/2011: Merged into SB1060

History

DateAction
01/18/2011Presented and ordered printed 11103611D
01/18/2011Referred to Committee on Agriculture, Conservation and Natural Resources
01/25/2011Impact statement from DPB (SB1406)
02/07/2011Incorporated by Agriculture, Conservation and Natural Resources (SB1060-McDougle) (15-Y 0-N) (see vote tally)