In case suit is brought in a federal court for determination of rights to water within, or partially within, this State, the board may accept a reference of such suit as master or referee for the court.
(Amended by Stats. 1957, Ch. 1932.)
In acting under this chapter the board shall proceed according to the rules of practice and procedure of the court or as otherwise directed by the court.
(Amended by Stats. 1957, Ch. 1932.)