FailedFiled Feb 7, 2026
Sponsor: Water Select
Latest Action
S:Died in Committee Returned Bill Pursuant to SR 5-4
Mar 4, 2026
Summary
The bill amends state water law to state that destroying water molecules for industrial hydrogen production is not a beneficial use. Any new water permit or change that would involve that destruction would be denied, except when using by‑product water. The rule applies to applications filed on or after July 1, 2026 and does not retroactively affect existing permits.
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