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link to House fails to override Colorado water project veto

House fails to override Colorado water project veto

The U.S. House failed to override President Trump’s veto of a bipartisan Colorado water financing bill, leaving long delayed rural pipeline funding unchanged.

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link to Can the 1944 Water Treaty still hold in a hotter future?

Can the 1944 Water Treaty still hold in a hotter future?

New research finds the US-Mexico 1944 water treaty is difficult to meet under modern drought and climate conditions, especially along the Rio Grande.

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link to Forest Service moves to speed post-fire recovery

Forest Service moves to speed post-fire recovery

The Forest Service proposes a nationwide environmental review to speed post-fire recovery work, reduce hazards, and protect water, roads, and communities.

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link to Great Salt Lake ends 2025 at its third-lowest level

Great Salt Lake ends 2025 at its third-lowest level

New data show Great Salt Lake remains at historic lows despite stabilization efforts, expanded water deliveries, and growing concern over dust and evaporation.

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Saudi farm faces regulation with new groundwater management area

Arizona has designated the Ranegras Plain as a new groundwater management area, adding reporting and conservation rules for large water users.

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link to “We can do better.” Draft EIS sparks new Colorado River disputes

“We can do better.” Draft EIS sparks new Colorado River disputes

Federal post-2026 Colorado River plans draw criticism from water agencies and advocates as Basin States warn of supply cuts and legal conflicts.

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  1. Deborah on WOTUS comments close as rule review moves forwardJanuary 8, 2026

    A lot of people and organizations put a lot of thought into their comments. Personally, I think it's good that…

  2. Helen Ck on Court upholds $10M penalty for 2021 Carson fire pollutionJanuary 7, 2026

    It's vital that corporate and business entities be held responsible for the damage they do to the environment, and therefore,…

  3. Helen Ck on WOTUS comments close as rule review moves forwardJanuary 7, 2026

    It's vital that We the People understand our obligation to exercise our voice. It's not enshrined in the First Amendment…

  4. Helen Ck on Colorado River Basin needs included in FY 2026 appropriationsJanuary 7, 2026

    CONGRATULATIONS! Citizen advocacy matters. You are all to be honored for working diligently on our behalf. Deborah, I know how…

  5. Deborah on Arizona weighs new groundwater controls for Ranegras PlainDecember 26, 2025

    Truth.

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