Raw sewage crisis: Senator Padilla pushes for clean water initiatives at U.S.-Mexico Border
Sen. Padilla visits U.S.-Mexico border, highlighting a $300M plan to tackle transboundary water pollution, amidst growing public outrage over prolonged beach closures due to sewage leaks.
California's State Water Board reinstates a ban on using drinking water for decorative grass in commercial and industrial areas.
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.
California's snowpack level is at one of its largest on record, boosting surface supply. Groundwater basins are slower to recover, creating supply challenges.
California governor asks for presidential disaster declaration
CA Gov. Newsom has requested a Presidential Major Disaster Declaration for 9 counties hit by severe storms. The state's disaster relief programs are ongoing.
Although still figuring out how to take samples and notify the public, California is poised to be the first monitoring microplastics in drinking water sources.
