Water is one of Utah’s most important resources and a critical part of our state’s future. As one of the driest and fastest-growing states in the nation, Utah must continue taking a thoughtful, long-term approach to conserving, managing, and protecting our water supply.

The Utah House of Representatives is committed to protecting Utah’s water through legislation that strengthens conservation, improves transparency, and modernizes water management.

We have also made preserving the Great Salt Lake a top priority. The Great Salt Lake directly impacts our state’s environment, economy, and quality of life. Through landmark legislation and targeted funding, we created tools to voluntarily lease agricultural water for the lake, expanded ongoing funding to support lake health, and advanced partnerships to bring additional state and federal resources to the Great Salt Lake. In the past four years, we’ve allocated over $300 million to lake specific projects, fostered key collaborations, and cultivated historic water donations.

By working together, we can protect Utah’s water resources and ensure they remain available for families, communities, agriculture, and future generations.