San Juan Southern Paiute Tribe may finally have its own land
HR 2461 aims to grant the San Juan Southern Paiute Tribe a reservation on ancestral land. The Tribe is currently the only federally recognized tribe in Arizona without its own land.
Category: News: Understanding Water Shortages & Drought Impacts in the West
Water use: Study shows it’s time to stop biting the hand the feeds us
A study by California Bountiful Foundation reveals that California's agribusiness uses only 15% of the state's total water supply, debunking the common belief of excessive water consumption. Armed...
Supreme Court rules against Navajo Nation in landmark water rights case
SCOTUS decided that while the United States government recognizes tribal water rights, it is not obligated to secure water for the Navajo Nation. This article summarizes key points in the majority...
Largest ag water district in the US sees success with groundwater recharge
California's Westlands Water District is implementing groundwater recharge projects to store 200,000 acre-feet of water by Feb 2024, bolstering drought resilience.
Emergency legislation gives Arizona unincorporated community access to water
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs signs Senate Bill 1432, enabling emergency water supply to the unincorporated Rio Verde Foothills community, until January 1, 2026.
Utah delegation introduces the Great Salt Lake Stewardship Act
Utah 's four representatives introduce a bill to use unspent Central Utah Project Completion Act funds for conservation efforts in the Great Salt Lake basin.