This section defines 'recycling criteria' as the standards for the levels of things in recycled water and methods to ensure that the water is safe for public health in its intended uses.

The California State Department of Public Health is responsible for setting consistent guidelines across the state for the use of recycled water, especially when it's connected to public health safety.

This law is about determining if recycled water that's been treated to a high disinfected level (tertiary treatment) is safe for animal consumption. The state board must decide by the end of 2016 if using this water poses any health risks to the public or animals. If they find risks, they'll set rules for using recycled water for animals. There are exceptions, like it can't be used for dairy animals producing milk for people. The board will consider expert recommendations and previous research during their evaluation. There's no requirement for anyone to use this water, and rules must align with existing government procedures.

This law requires the state board to update the criteria for using nonpotable recycled water by January 1, 2023. This update will only happen if the state gets enough funding. The updated criteria must include rules about backflow protection and dual-plumbed systems based on the latest health and safety guidelines.

This law states that if recycled water is found to cause contamination by the State Department of Public Health or a local health officer, they must address the issue following certain health and safety procedures. However, using recycled water according to established safety criteria is not meant to be considered contamination unless specifically determined by the department or regional board.

If you're recycling water or planning to, you must file a report with the local water board that includes necessary details, unless certain exceptions apply. If there's a significant change in the type of recycled water or how it's used, that must be reported too.

Reports must be truthful and submitted under oath. You don't need to report if you're using recycled water only within your own manufacturing process or if the water comes from a source with a proper recycling permit, unless the board specifically asks for it.

If someone doesn't provide a report when asked by a regional board, as required under another law, they're committing a misdemeanor, which is a minor crime.

The Attorney General can ask the superior court to enforce a rule if someone isn't following Section 13522.5. This means the court can issue orders, like a temporary restraining order or an injunction, to make that person comply immediately.

This law section explains that each regional board in California, after consulting with the State Department of Public Health and other interested parties, must set requirements for using recycled water if it's necessary to protect public health and safety. These requirements could apply to either the person recycling the water, the user, or both.

The guidelines must follow uniform statewide recycling criteria, and the regional board might ask for a preconstruction report to ensure these criteria are met. If recycled water use isn't covered by existing criteria, requirements will be set on a case-by-case basis.

This law allows regional water boards in California to issue a master recycling permit to suppliers or distributors of recycled water instead of the usual waste discharge or water recycling permits. Before doing so, they must consult with the State Department of Public Health and other relevant parties.

The master recycling permit must include several key requirements: obeying waste discharge rules, compliance with statewide recycling standards, setting and enforcing rules for users, providing quarterly reports on water use, and conducting regular inspections to ensure compliance. The permit can also contain any other conditions deemed necessary by the regional board.

In simple terms, if a project only breaks the rules related to salt levels in the local water management plan, a regional board can't refuse to issue the water reclamation requirements for that project.

This law states that no one can recycle or use recycled water for certain purposes until there are specific recycling requirements set. Alternatively, if the regional board decides that no requirements are needed, then it can be used.

If someone refuses or fails to follow the rules regarding recycling or using recycled water, the Attorney General can ask the court to issue an order. This order can quickly stop the person from breaking the rules.

If someone recycles or uses recycled water against the rules in Section 13524 and keeps doing it after being warned in writing by the regional board, they can be charged with a misdemeanor. Every day they continue to violate the rules is considered a separate offense.

If someone uses recycled water for a purpose that has already set recycling criteria, and they do this before specific water recycling requirements are put in place, they are committing a misdemeanor. This only applies if they were previously warned in writing by the regional board.

This section of California Water Code states that when the state board runs a statewide program to give financial aid for water pollution or water quality control, they should prioritize facilities that excel in recycling and reusing water. Additionally, regional boards can still set rules about waste discharge if it is part of the process.

This law section clarifies that nothing in the chapter changes or influences the authority of the State Department of Public Health.

This law allows the state board to perform the duties and exercise the authority that are usually given to a regional board under this chapter. It officially came into effect on July 1, 2014.

This section of the law explains that California aims to promote the use of recycled water to complement its existing water supply and lessen the impact on natural water bodies. It sets out to establish rules requiring notification when recycled water is accidentally spilled into state waters. The state recognizes that recycled water can safely fulfill a significant portion of its future water needs and has set goals to recycle large amounts by specific dates. The Department of Health Services is working on guidelines to expand the safe uses of recycled water.

This law requires that if you cause or allow a large amount of recycled water to be accidentally released into state waters, you must inform the regional board right away as long as it doesn't obstruct emergency actions. A spill of 50,000 gallons or more of highly treated recycled water, or 1,000 gallons of less treated water, falls under this rule. An unauthorized discharge is anything not permitted by specific legal discharge guidelines. The law also defines what counts as recycled water and specifies that these requirements add to, not replace, other legal obligations.

This law states that if someone fails to provide the required notification of an unauthorized release of recycled water, they can face fines. For a first violation or if another happens more than a year later, the fine is up to $5,000. A second violation within a year can cost up to $10,000, and a third or further violations within a year can reach $25,000. These fines are in addition to any other legal penalties.