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Trump’s false-pretense water release spurs California legislation

AB 1146 would prohibit false-pretense water releases from federal reservoirs in California. Legal questions over federal preemption may follow.

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Deborah on Western drought persists despite monsoon rainsSeptember 5, 2026
I haven't read that, but it sounds interesting. I hope we're not headed to something worse than the Dust Bowl.
Helen c on Arizona moves toward San Simon groundwater limitsSeptember 5, 2026
How many data centers are soaking up diverted water, Asking for a friend...
Helen c on Federal agencies seek more input on WOTUS ruleSeptember 5, 2026
Am I the only one who feels less than optimistic that this mess may go to SCOTUS? Not known for…
Helen c on Arizona water district prepares for possible Colorado River fightSeptember 5, 2026
Surely there's a way to cooperate instead of anticipating a fight? Profit must be removed from the equation.
Helen c on Colorado water supplies tighten as drought deepensSeptember 5, 2026
This won't be limited to the southwest much longer. Time we join forces as UNITED States and address this crisis.