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link to New Mexico rivers #1 in 2024 endangered rivers report

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...

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link to Can states settle Rio Grande water fight without U.S. approval?

Can states settle Rio Grande water fight without U.S. approval?

The Supreme Court will decide if a settlement over Rio Grande water rights between Texas, New Mexico, and Colorado can proceed without federal government approval, potentially setting a precedent for...

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link to SCOTUS to hear federal objections to Rio Grande settlement

SCOTUS to hear federal objections to Rio Grande settlement

SCOTUS to review Texas v. New Mexico, Colorado, a decades-long water rights dispute involving the 1938 Rio Grande Compact and federal objections to the states' settlement agreement.

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

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.

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link to Supreme Court rules against Navajo Nation in landmark water rights case

Supreme Court rules against Navajo Nation in landmark water rights case

SCOTUS decided that while the United States government recognizes tribal water rights, it is not obligated to secure water for the Navajo Nation. This article summarizes key points in the majority...

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link to Rural America and agriculture applaud Sackett decision

Rural America and agriculture applaud Sackett decision

Agricultural interests across rural America are pleased with the Supreme Court's decision in Sackett, tightening the reach of federal regulations on clean water.

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  1. Helen Ck on Court upholds $10M penalty for 2021 Carson fire pollutionJanuary 7, 2026

    It's vital that corporate and business entities be held responsible for the damage they do to the environment, and therefore,…

  2. Helen Ck on WOTUS comments close as rule review moves forwardJanuary 7, 2026

    It's vital that We the People understand our obligation to exercise our voice. It's not enshrined in the First Amendment…

  3. Helen Ck on Colorado River Basin needs included in FY 2026 appropriationsJanuary 7, 2026

    CONGRATULATIONS! Citizen advocacy matters. You are all to be honored for working diligently on our behalf. Deborah, I know how…

  4. Deborah on Arizona weighs new groundwater controls for Ranegras PlainDecember 26, 2025

    Truth.

  5. Jim on Arizona weighs new groundwater controls for Ranegras PlainDecember 25, 2025

    Would like to see politics eliminated from ground water management in AZ so the developers can’t “buy” into areas that…

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