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Lawmakers hear proposal for a state-funded study on irrigation potential and economic impacts
Summary
House Bill 1531 would appropriate $75,000 for a contracted study assessing expanded irrigation, subsurface drainage, and economic losses tied to unrealized Pick-Sloan projects; supporters said the data is needed for federal and state investment decisions, while opponents warned about limited water supply and drought risk.
Representative Cindy Schreiberbeck presented House Bill 1531, a request for a $75,000 appropriation to the agriculture commissioner to contract a consultant to study opportunities and economic impacts related to irrigation expansion and water conveyance across North Dakota.
"Data is necessary to continue advocating for irrigation and water conveyance for production agriculture in North Dakota," Representative Schreiberbeck said, noting the amended bill exempts the commissioner from state purchasing practices when contracting for the study. The study language as drafted directs analysis of potential benefits of increased irrigation, improved water conveyance,…
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