Special Master recommends approval of Rio Grande settlement agreement in Texas v. New Mexico and Colorado Case

The Special Master backs the Rio Grande water deal among Texas, New Mexico, and Colorado, which now awaits a decision by SCOTUS.

Colorado’s San Luis Valley faces arsenic and water shortage challenges

The San Luis Valley in Colorado faces high arsenic levels in wells due to drought and aquifer depletion, spurring community-led conservation efforts.

Help available for farmers who suffered 2022 drought, wildfire and other disasters

Agriculture Department announces plan to distribute $3.7 billion in aid for farmers hit by 2022 natural disasters such as drought and wildfire.

Utah no longer in extreme or exceptional drought, but not out of woods yet

Utah saw its third-wettest Jan-Mar since 1895. Despite record-breaking snowfall, drought persists in parts of the state, raising water conservation concerns.

Arizona revokes approval for Saudi-owned farm’s deepwater wells

Arizona withdraws permission for two deepwater wells at a controversial Saudi-owned farm, citing inconsistencies in applications and concerns over excessive water usage.

Department of Interior proposes new public lands rule

The Department of the Interior proposes the Public Lands Rule to guide balanced management, improve resilience, conserve habitats, and support responsible development.

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