(1) Upon the request of the holder and the approval of the Water Resources Department, a hydroelectric water right or claim may be amended.

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Terms Used In Oregon Statutes 543.092

  • Amendment: A proposal to alter the text of a pending bill or other measure by striking out some of it, by inserting new language, or both. Before an amendment becomes part of the measure, thelegislature must agree to it.

(2) The Water Resources Department shall develop rules governing the process by which a hydroelectric water right or claim may be amended. Any amendments under subsection (1) of this section shall:

(a) Be consistent with the final unified state position for the project;

(b) Be consistent with the requirements of ORS Chapter 543A;

(c) Cause no injury to other water rights; and

(d) Allow for public participation in the amendment process.

(3) The Water Resources Director may unilaterally amend a power claim or uncertificated claim in order to assess project specific fees under ORS § 543.080. [1999 c.873 § 11]