Water supply planning and reporting requirements clarification

This bill clarifies water supply planning and reporting requirements for the Metropolitan Council and related agencies in Minnesota's metropolitan area. It establishes two new advisory committees - a policy committee with representatives from state agencies, counties, municipalities, and Tribal groups, and a technical committee with water system experts - to guide regional water planning. The policy committee will develop a metropolitan water supply plan emphasizing conservation, cooperation, and sustainability, while both committees provide recommendations to streamline decision-making and clarify funding needs. The bill also requires the Metropolitan Council to submit regular reports to the legislature on water planning activities and findings.