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SB 1253: Salinas Reservoir: recreational use.
What SB 1253 does, verified August 23, 2026
This bill creates an exception from a prohibition on recreational use in a reservoir where water is stored for domestic use. The exception allows for recreation with bodily contact with water if the treated water is used for domestic purposes after receiving complete water treatment in compliance with state regulations. The reservoir must also be operated in compliance with state regulations. The bill is necessary to address specific needs of the Salinas Reservoir, allowing for recreational use that complies with state standards.
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Last action: Enrolled and presented to the Governor at 3 p.m. (2026-08-21)Alert me
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| Aug. 21, 2026 | Enrolled and presented to the Governor at 3 p.m. |
| Aug. 17, 2026 | Assembly amendments concurred in. (Ayes 39. Noes 0.) Ordered to engrossing and enrolling. |
| Aug. 13, 2026 | In Senate. Concurrence in Assembly amendments pending. |
| Aug. 13, 2026 | Read third time. Passed. Ordered to the Senate. |
| Aug. 06, 2026 | Read second time. Ordered to consent calendar. |