SRC-JBJ H.B. 340 76(R) BILL ANALYSIS Senate Research Center H.B. 340 76R1162 MCK-DBy: Walker (Bivins) Natural Resources 5/3/1999 Engrossed DIGEST Although jet wells are not used for domestic purposes, they are referenced in Section 36.117(a), Water Code. The reference, therefore, is obsolete. H.B. 340 would delete the reference. PURPOSE As proposed, H.B. 340 exempts certain wells in a groundwater conservation district from permitting requirements. RULEMAKING AUTHORITY This bill does not grant any additional rulemaking authority to a state officer, institution, or agency. SECTION BY SECTION ANALYSIS SECTION 1. Amends Section 36.117(a), Water Code, to delete jet wells used for domestic needs from the exemptions for which a groundwater conservation district may not require a permit. Makes conforming changes. SECTION 2. Effective date: September 1, 1999. SECTION 3.Emergency clause.