Environment and natural resources; Terry Peach North Canadian Watershed Restoration Act; pilot program; definitions; fund; effective date.

Removed the 'PROPOSED' label from the title and section headers to reflect the bill's progression to the House Committee Substitute stage.

Updated the document request number from 16596 to 16956 and adjusted the reference number in the footer.

Standardized the layout and line breaks in the title and section headers for consistency with House formatting rules.

The pilot program to remove harmful woody species is now authorized statewide instead of being limited to the North Canadian Watershed.

The act title was changed from 'Terry Peach North Canadian Watershed Water Restoration Act' to 'Terry Peach Water Restoration Act' to reflect the statewide scope.

The name of the 'North Canadian Watershed Water Restoration Revolving Fund' was changed to 'North Canadian Watershed Water Restoration Revolving Fund' to align with the new statewide scope.

The definition of the 'North Canadian Watershed' was updated to describe it as an area draining into the river anywhere in the state, rather than a specific localized area.

The requirement to have at least two active project areas located specifically above and below Canton Lake dam was removed, allowing the statewide program to operate without those geographic constraints.

Corrected inconsistent spacing in the title page header and section 1 to align formatting standards.

Adjusted spacing in Section 3-8-103 and Section 4 to ensure consistent layout.

The document header and title were updated to reflect the 'Engrossed Senate Amendment' status, replacing the 'Enrolled' title.

New signature blocks and dates were added for the Presiding Officers of both the Senate and House of Representatives to formalize the bill's passage.

The House passage date was updated from May 4, 2026, to March 11, 2026, in the engrossed version.

The 'Office of the Governor' and 'Office of the Secretary of State' receipt sections, which are no longer needed for an engrossed bill, were removed.

The program changed from a general statewide tax credit to a specific pilot program focused on the North Canadian Watershed.

The income tax credit mechanism was removed entirely; taxpayers no longer receive tax breaks but instead receive direct financial assistance.

A specific definition of 'harmful woody species' was added, listing Eastern Redcedar, Rocky Mountain juniper, oneseed juniper, salt cedar, Redberry juniper, Ashe juniper, and honey mesquite.

A new revolving fund was created to finance the program using state appropriations, federal grants, and private contributions.

The requirement for taxpayers to submit applications for tax credits was replaced with a mandate for the Conservation Commission to issue rules and procedures for the program.

New operational requirements were added for the Commission, including measuring plant density, creating a study comparing treated and untreated watersheds, and managing at least two active project areas.

An effective date of November 1, 2026, was added to the final version.