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Historic water rights settlement introduced for Arizona tribes

Arizona lawmakers propose a $5.1B water settlement to secure rights for Navajo, Hopi, and San Juan Southern Paiute Tribes, resolving a historic dispute.

As Congress is set to adjourn, hope lingers for water settlement

Navajo Nation pushes Congress to approve the Northeastern Arizona Indian Water Rights Settlement Act, addressing decades-long tribal water rights disputes.

Historic water rights settlement reached with Navajo, Hopi

A $5 billion water rights settlement was approved by the Navajo Nation, Hopi Tribe, and San Juan Southern Paiute Tribe and awaits federal approval.

Hopi Tribe’s Lawsuit Over Snowmaking Reinstated

The San Francisco Peaks near Flagstaff, Arizona have spiritual significance to nearby Native Americans and economic significance for skiers. A case brought by the Hopi Tribe, located within the...

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