Lets water holders use existing rights-of-way, easements, and permits on federal land for aquifer recharge without new Bureau of Land Management approval, while requiring 30 days' notice and exempting such uses from additional rent except for for-profit uses.

• Allows the holder of an existing right-of-way, easement, permit, or other authorization to use it for aquifer recharge without additional Secretary authorization, provided the use does not expand or modify the operation
• Requires notice to the Bureau of Land Management at least 30 days before the use begins, identifying the entity, the authorization, the intended use, and a copy of the agreement
• Exempts these recharge uses from additional rent to the Bureau of Land Management, except for-profit uses and for-profit entities
• Clarifies that the authorized use does not waive Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act, or Wild and Scenic Rivers Act obligations and does not authorize new construction or expansion of infrastructure

• Energy and Natural Resources Committee (Senate)

Water Resources Development