California CodesCalifornia Constitution - CONSArticle X — WaterSection 5
The use of all water now appropriated, or that may hereafter be appropriated, for sale, rental, or distribution, is hereby declared to be a public use, and subject to the regulation and control of the State, in the manner to be prescribed by law.
Notes
Defines all water appropriated now or later for sale, rental, or distribution as devoted to a public use. Subjects that use to State regulation and control in the manner prescribed by law, covering both existing and future appropriations used for the specified commercial distribution purposes.
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