Senator McNerney Introduces SB 31 to Boost Recycled Water Use in California

State Senator Jerry McNerney (D-Pleasanton) is taking a bold step to enhance California’s water conservation efforts by introducing Senate Bill 31 (SB 31), a legislative proposal aimed at expanding the use of recycled water across the state.

With California’s ongoing water challenges, McNerney’s bill seeks to broaden the applications of recycled water beyond landscaping—encouraging its use for commercial purposes, irrigation, and decorative features such as lakes on golf courses. By streamlining existing regulations, SB 31 aims to remove obstacles that currently limit homeowners’ associations and other entities from utilizing recycled water more efficiently.

Building a More Sustainable Water Future

📢 “California must embrace sustainable water solutions to reduce the strain on our existing supply,” McNerney said. “This bill ensures we maximize every drop.”

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The initiative aligns with Governor Gavin Newsom’s Water Supply Strategy, which has identified water recycling as a key component of California’s drought resilience plan.

Expanding Water Recycling Efforts

California currently recycles more than 700,000 acre-feet of water annually—a volume that helps preserve enough drinking water for approximately 1.4 million households. However, state officials believe more progress is needed to ensure long-term water security.

SB 31 would simplify regulatory processes for parks, businesses, and food-handling facilities, allowing them to use recycled water for non-food contact purposes such as toilet flushing and outdoor irrigation. By reducing bureaucratic hurdles, the bill could significantly expand the adoption of recycled water across various industries and public spaces.

A Step Toward Reducing Water Conflicts

Senator McNerney hopes this legislation will help prevent future “water wars” by ensuring more efficient use of California’s existing water resources. As climate change intensifies drought conditions, the push for water recycling is becoming increasingly urgent.

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