HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

COMMITTEE:   Natural Resources 

TIME & DATE: 9:00 AM, Thursday, June 28, 2012 

PLACE:       E1.030 
CHAIR:       Rep. Allan Ritter 

Committee will meet to discuss the following:

Interim Charge Number 2 relating to the examination of the interplay of water and energy resources and needs in the state.  Study the economic, environmental, and social impacts of water use in energy production and exploration, including the impacts of this use on regional and state water planning.  Determine the current and likely future water needs of power generation and energy production, and evaluate options to develop new or alternative supplies.  Include an evaluation of current issues involving water use for oil and gas production and related water quality issues.

The Committee will hear invited testimony only.

The Agenda will be available at the hearing.

NOTICE OF ASSISTANCE AT PUBLIC MEETINGS

Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may need assistance, such as a sign language interpreter, are requested to contact Stacey Nicchio at (512) 463-0850, 72 hours prior to the meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made.