SB 851: Rainwater harvesting systems, certain; local ordinances for use.

Official summary

Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.

Local ordinances for the use of certain rainwater harvesting systems. Provides that existing local ordinances adopted prior to July 1, 2025, governing rainwater harvesting systems shall continue in force; however, in the event of a conflict between a Board of Health regulation and a local ordinance adopted prior to July 1, 2025, the Board regulation shall govern, except when the conflicting local ordinance is more stringent. The bill prohibits a locality from adopting any local ordinance requiring owners of Tier 4 rainwater harvesting systems to connect to any municipal water supply or impose any penalty, including condemnation proceedings, on such owner for failing to connect to a municipal water supply.

Sponsors

Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1

“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.

Recent official actions

1. March 21, 2025Acts of Assembly Chapter text (CHAP0358)
2. March 21, 2025Approved by Governor-Chapter 358 (Effective 07/01/25)
3. March 3, 2025Governor's Action Deadline 11:59 p.m., March 24, 2025
4. March 3, 2025Enrolled Bill Communicated to Governor on March 3, 2025
5. February 22, 2025Signed by President
6. February 19, 2025Enrolled
7. February 19, 2025Enrolled
8. February 19, 2025Signed by Speaker
9. February 19, 2025Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (SB851)
10. February 19, 2025Bill text as passed Senate and House (SB851ER)
11. February 19, 2025Enrolled
12. February 17, 2025Passed House (96-Y 0-N)

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