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HB343Introduced in the House

Relating To Water.

IntroducedHouse Water & Land

Introduced by Nicole Lowen, District 7

What does this bill do?

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Official description

Defines "isolated wetlands" and "wetlands". Clarifies the definition of "state waters" to include wetlands and isolated wetlands. Requires the Director of Health to determine all wetlands in the State, including whether a wetland is an isolated wetland or is included in the waters of the United States. Prohibit persons from discharging any water pollutant into or at any location that enters state waters.

Where it stands

Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.

December 8, 2025

How did lawmakers vote?

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Bill history

  1. Pending introduction.

  2. Introduced and Pass First Reading.

  3. Referred to WAL, EEP, JHA, referral sheet 1

  4. Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.

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