Local rep pushing bill to boost use of recycled water

Sen. Jerry McNerney, D-Pleasanton, on Tuesday introduced new legislation on Tuesday that would boost the use of recycled water in California.

Senate Bill 31 would also enhance the state’s fresh water supply by allowing businesses, homes, and agencies to expand their use of recycled water for irrigation and other uses, rather than relying on drinking water.

“Instead of water wars pitting one region of the state against the other — North versus South — California must develop commonsense solutions that enable us to use the water we have more efficiently,” McNerney said. “SB 31 is a pragmatic approach that will enhance our supplies of fresh water by expanding the use of recycled water for irrigation and commercial uses. It will also help protect the state during devastating droughts caused by climate change.”

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