SB503Introduced in the Senate
Relating To Dam And Reservoir Safety.
Introduced by Tim Richards, District 4
What does this bill do?
Plain-English breakdown
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Official description
Requires the Department of Land and Natural Resources to incorporate into their assessment process the possession of dam insurance or the active seeking of dam insurance by private dam owners, as part of their valid mitigation strategies, in conjunction with approved modifications or repairs. Authorizes the DLNR to relax any restrictions and stringent standards on a dam or appurtenance upon verification of certain insurance coverage. Authorizes the DLNR to consider a dam, reservoir, or appurtenance is safe absent certain documents. Shifts the burden of proof to the DLNR to find that a dam is categorized as high-risk. Establishes additional requirements for the DLNR and Board of Land and Natural Resources regarding the Dam and Appurtenance Improvement or Removal Grant Program.
Where it stands
Re-Referred to WLA/CPN, WAM/JDC.
January 21, 2026
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Bill history
Introduced.
Passed First Reading.
Referred to WTL/CPN, WAM/JDC.
Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
Re-Referred to WLA/CPN, WAM/JDC.
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