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Senate Bill 7034 in Florida proposes to pipe treated wastewater from Jacksonville into the Suwannee River Basin to stabilize flows in the Lower Santa Fe and Ichetucknee Rivers. This initiative is part of the Water First North Florida project, aiming to protect river levels, meet flow requirements, and support agriculture.

Critics, including the Suwannee Riverkeeper, warn of potential contaminants and emphasize the need to address over-pumping from the aquifer. Supporters claim the project is vital for sustaining local agriculture and the economy.