Yavapai-Apache Water Settlement Reintroduced in Senate

Legislation has been reintroduced in the Senate to ratify the Yavapai-Apache Nation water settlement, funding new infrastructure and confirming long-disputed water rights.

Yavapai-Apache water settlement returns to congress

A long-negotiated Yavapai-Apache water rights settlement has been reintroduced in Congress, reviving a bipartisan effort first advanced in 2024.

CAWCD approves Yavapai-Apache Nation water settlement

The historic Yavapai-Apache Nation Water Rights Settlement was approved by the Central Arizona Water Conservation District at its September 5 board meeting.

Historic settlement reached with the Yavapai-Apache Nation

If passed, bipartisan bill secures Yavapai-Apache Nation water rights, funds infrastructure, and protects Verde River.

$11.5 million grant to boost Verde River conservation announced

Arizona’s Verde River gets a financial boost for conservation, protecting water, wildlife, and agriculture through public-private partnerships.

Arizona leaders to tackle water security

Arizona leaders unite to secure water rights for tribes and communities, driving key settlements, new infrastructure, and cross-state collaboration.