Numerous Indian water rights settlements are pending in Congress. Here's a look at some bills involving Colorado River Basin states.
Category: Water Rights and Legislation
Proposed legislation will help rural and Tribal communities access federal funds for water projects by creating so-called "navigators."
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.