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Longtime lawmaker shapes the debate as Arizona grapples with dwindling water supplies

  • Residents and lawmakers are upset with GOP lawmaker Griffin's strong control over groundwater pumping, which is causing wells to dry up.
  • Democratic Governor Katie Hobbs views Griffin as an obstacle to water legislation that has not passed this year.
  • Resident Karen Weilacher expressed frustration as efforts to revise the 1980 groundwater code have failed despite worsening conditions.
  • Arizona lawmaker Griffin's approach to groundwater issues has upset residents and lawmakers concerned about wells running dry.
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Longtime lawmaker shapes the debate as Arizona grapples with dwindling water supplies

Through nearly two decades marked by drought, climate change and growing demand for water, Arizona state Rep.

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