AB 881: Relating to: water diversion or elevation projects in towns.
AB 881 status: To Governor — Failed to pass notwithstanding the objections of the Governor pursuant to Joint Rule 82 (updated May 13, 2026).
What this bill does
Overall score
Bill summary
OfficialThis bill is about new rules for projects that move water around or raise water levels in towns. State lawmakers are currently debating it.
Key analysis
Impact analysis
Environment
Benefits
- Potential for more structured water management
Risks
- Risk of insufficient oversight for sensitive water ecosystems
Economy
Benefits
- Could streamline infrastructure projects for towns
Risks
- Possible increased costs for compliance or project delays
Society
Benefits
- Local control over water infrastructure projects
Risks
- Potential conflict between local town development and state-level water policy
How trustworthy & consequential it is
Source
OpenStates
Confidence
lowlow
Analysis status
OpenStates summary
The bill was vetoed by the Governor, indicating significant disagreement on the proposed regulatory approach
Abstract information is insufficient to detail specific regulatory changes
Where it stands
Introduced
CompleteCommittee
CompleteFloor
CompleteGovernor
CurrentFailed to pass notwithstanding the objections of the Governor pursuant to Joint Rule 82
Enacted
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