Talks, tensions and uncertainty plague the Colorado River
Colorado River states struggle with drought, policy delays, and legal threats as negotiations stall over shrinking water resources.
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Colorado enacts legislation in response to SCOTUS wetlands rule
Colorado Governor Polis signed key legislation, including HB24-1379, to protect wetlands and state waters from pollution and degradation, ensuring sustainable water resources.
New Mexico rivers #1 in 2024 endangered rivers report
American Rivers’ 2004 list of endangered rivers reveals that New Mexico faces the most significant statewide river challenges, mainly due to a U.S. Supreme Court decision affecting clean water protections. Rivers in Arizona and California also made the list.
Waters of the U.S. – Colorado expected to address wetlands
Colorado lawmakers plan new laws to protect wetlands after a Supreme Court ruling limits federal safeguards.
WOTUS: New federal water pollution rule draws mixed reaction
The recent rule change for waters of the US still faces uncertainty and possible legal challenges.
Waters of the US: EPA announces rules change
The EPA has announced a final rule amending the 2023 definition of “waters of the United States” to conform with the recent Supreme Court decision in Sackett v. EPA.