GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF NORTH CAROLINA

SESSION 1991

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SENATE JOINT RESOLUTION 13*

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Sponsors: Senators Tally, Basnight, Block, Walker, Winner; Plexico, Smith, and Ward.

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Referred to:  Appropriations.

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February 6, 1991

A JOINT RESOLUTION TO CONTINUE THE LEGISLATIVE RESEARCH COMMISSION STUDY ON THE DEVELOPMENT OF A STATE STRATEGY FOR THE PROTECTION OF ALL GROUNDWATER RESOURCES.
Whereas, the 1989 Session of the General Assembly authorized the Legislative Research Commission, Section 2.1 of Chapter 802 of the 1989 Session Laws to study the development of a State strategy for the protection of all groundwater resources; and
Whereas, the 1990 Session of the General Assembly authorized the Legislative Research Commission, Section 2.1 of Chapter 1078 of the 1990 Session Laws to study individual and small system wastewater needs, which study was referred to the Groundwater Study Commission; and
Whereas, in order to protect groundwater resources it is necessary to study all activities which affect groundwater; and
Whereas, the Groundwater Study Committee was unable to complete its work due to its expanded scope;
Now, therefore, be it resolved by the Senate, the House of Representatives concurring:
Section 1.  The Legislative Research Commission as structured by Article 6B of Chapter 120 of the General Statutes, may continue the study of all groundwater management issues in the State of North Carolina.  The Commission shall ascertain the need for a Comprehensive Groundwater Protection Act which would correct the impact of fragmented and ambiguous authorities on the State's ability to effectively protect groundwater resources.  In addition, the Commission shall continue to study the effects of all groundwater pollution on the State's ability to provide clean drinking water for all of its citizens, including but not limited to: improper and unregulated well construction; leaking underground storage tanks; improper solid and hazardous waste disposal; and pesticide contamination.  Further, the Commission shall continue to study individual and small system wastewater needs and access to these basic resources.  The Commission is further authorized to prepare an interim report of its study, and to make a final report, including recommendations to the 1993 General Assembly.
Sec. 2.  This resolution is effective upon ratification.