National Water Resources Research and Planning Act of 1981

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] National Water Resources Research and Planning Act of 1981 - Title I: General Provisions - Amends the Water Resources Planning Act to establish a National Board of Water Policy. Directs the Board to meet at least six times annually to: (1) advise the President and Congress on matters relating to water resources policy; (2) identify inconsistencies in such policy and programs; (3) establish and issue rules and procedures designed to assure the implementation of a national water resources policy and program; and (4) recommend to appropriate Federal agencies goals and priorities for programs within their jurisdiction. Establishes, within the Department of the Interior, an Office of Water Programs to carry out the requirements of this Act. Authorizes the Office to prepare periodic assessments of national water needs. Establishes a State advisory committee to review actions and proposals made by the Board. Requires such committee to meet six times annually. Authorizes appropriations for administrative expenses of the Board, the Office, and such committee. Title II: State Water Planning - Authorizes the Office of Water Programs to make grants to States and river basin commissions for com…