WATER – Amends, repeals, and adds to existing law to provide for the delivery of water.

This Idaho bill (S 1307) restructures water delivery governance by repealing outdated laws governing lateral ditch associations and replacing them with new, standardized rules. It establishes clear definitions for terms like "lateral" and "water delivery organization," creates new provisions for lateral manager appointments, and sets rules for assessments, delinquent payments, and maintenance of water infrastructure. The bill also adds liability for damaging headgates (triple damages) and wasting water that causes property damage. These changes directly affect water users, delivery organizations, and lateral ditch associations across Idaho. The bill passed unanimously in the Idaho House with no opposition.