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SB3004Introduced in the Senate

Relating To State Water Code Penalties.

IntroducedSenate Water, Land, and Agriculture

Introduced by Chris Lee, District 25

What does this bill do?

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Official description

Adds a minimum penalty and maximum penalty per violation of the State Water Code and authorizes the Commission on Water Resource Management to consider each day that a violation exists or continues to exist a separate offense. Establishes factors the CWRM must consider when determining the amount of the penalty. Increases maximum fines, for violations that cause harm, every five years from 2030 to 2045.

Where it stands

Referred to WLA, JDC/WAM.

January 30, 2026

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Bill history

  1. Introduced.

  2. Passed First Reading.

  3. Referred to WLA, JDC/WAM.

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