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SENATE BILL NO. 673 Senate Amendments in [ ] – February 8, 2024 A BILL to amend the Code of Virginia by adding in Article 1 of Chapter 3.1 of Title 62.1 a section numbered 62.1-44.6:2, relating to Department of Environmental Quality; State Water Control Board; prioritization of [ drinking ] water [ for human consumption and food production ] . ---------- Patron Prior to Engrossment--Senator Stuart ---------- Referred to Committee on Agriculture, Conservation and Natural Resources ----------

Be it enacted by the General Assembly of Virginia:

1. That the Code of Virginia is amended by adding in Article 1 of Chapter 3.1 of Title 62.1 a section numbered 62.1-44.6:2 as follows:

§ 62.1-44.6:2. Department and Board to prioritize the preservation of [ drinking ] water [ for human consumption and food production ] .

In order to preserve and protect drinking water sources for the health and well-being of the citizens of the Commonwealth, the Department and the Board shall prioritize the preservation of [ drinking ] water [ for human consumption and food production ] in all permitting and regulatory processes related to groundwater and surface water resources.