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California Water Code Amendment curbs speculative investments by funds in water rights

Calif. House passes AB 1205, limiting speculative water rights investments. Agricultural associations oppose, citing potential hindrances to reliable supply.

There’s a lot to do, says Central Arizona Project

Following the historic agreement among the Lower Basin states, Arizona's Dept. of Water Resources and Central Arizona Project's goals are to safeguard the Colorado River system in the short term and...

Lower Basin States reach historic Colorado River system agreement

Arizona, California and Nevada will conserve 3 million acre-feet of Colorado River water, with funding and voluntary efforts supporting sustainability of the system. A new draft environmental impact...

Help available for farmers who suffered 2022 drought, wildfire and other disasters

Agriculture Department announces plan to distribute $3.7 billion in aid for farmers hit by 2022 natural disasters such as drought and wildfire.

Arizona city unveils innovative groundwater recharge project

Chandler sells storage capacity at the New River Agua Fria River Underground Storage Project to Avondale, part of a shift towards localized water distribution. The $5.7M from the sale aids in future...

California agency allocates $143.7M to bolster water security in the face of climate change

DWR grants millions to fund 115 projects enhancing water management, promoting conservation, and strengthening climate resilience in California.

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Deborah on Concerns grow over zebra mussel larvae in Colorado River: “It’s an AI generated image.” Dec 17, 20:04
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Deborah on Dry times in the West: Coloado River Basin drought deepens: “Hopefully spring will bring lots of snow! It’s going to be tough on farmers and water managers without better snowpack.” Dec 15, 16:36