Proposed legislation will help rural and Tribal communities access federal funds for water projects by creating so-called "navigators."
Category: Water Rights and Legislation
If passed, bipartisan bill secures Yavapai-Apache Nation water rights, funds infrastructure, and protects Verde River.
Historic, bipartisan settlement introduced for Navajo, Hopi water
Bipartisan legislation aims to secure water rights of the Navajo, Hopi, and San Juan Southern Paiute Tribes, and off-reservation parties in Northeastern Arizona.
In Texas v. New Mexico, the Supreme Court rejected a proposed consent decree in a water dispute over the Rio Grande, saying federal approval was needed.
Hobbs Signs 3 Water Bills, Vetoes 5 that “Threaten Water Future”
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs signs bipartisan water bills to facilitate growth and protect groundwater while vetoing bills she says threaten water security.
Colorado enacts legislation in response to SCOTUS wetlands rule
Colorado Governor Polis signed key legislation, including HB24-1379, to protect wetlands and state waters from pollution and degradation, ensuring sustainable water resources.