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.
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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.
Supreme Court ruling triggers reconsideration of water permitting in New Mexico
Following a Supreme Court ruling limiting the EPA’s jurisdiction over wetlands, New Mexico plans to overhaul its water permitting system, despite projected costs.