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Texas Senate panel sends message to Trump: Get our water from Mexico

Texas senators have advanced a resolution urging the U.S. State Department to ensure Mexico fulfills its water delivery obligations under a 1944 treaty, amid concerns over its failure to deliver more than a million acre-feet of water.
The lack of irrigation water leads to significant economic losses annually in South Texas, impacting local farmers and ranchers.
State Senator Charles Perry praised an amendment allowing Mexico more time to deliver water, but enforcement remains an issue.
Ongoing water shortages pose risks not just to agriculture but also to drinking water supplies for cities like Brownsville and McAllen.

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9NEWS Denver

Woman who helped shape rules for Colorado River water use asked to step down by Trump administration

There's new concern over the Colorado River's future, with a critical 2026 deadline for new water agreements looming.

4 days ago·Denver, United States

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KSAT 12

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Texas Senate panel sends message to Trump: Get our water from Mexico

Farmers and elected officials told a Senate committee Monday that the lack of water is becoming dire, with little relief in sight.

4 days ago·San Antonio, United States

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KETK NEWS

Texas House Bill 16 to boost Texas Water Development Board powers

AUSTIN, Texas (KETK) - A new bill has been introduced in the Texas Legislature, with a goal for the overall improvement of state water management. Texas House Bill 16 would extend the "powers and responsibilities" of the Texas Water Development Board. Tyler Water Utilities to begin testing water for taste, odor study District 8 State Rep. Cody Harris (R), has sponsored a bill to broaden the role of the board members. The board manages seve…

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KPNX

Water funds for Colorado River may be moving forward, says Arizona official

Arizona's water chief reports $4 billion for Colorado River conservation is accessible again, but federal agencies haven't confirmed the funds' status.

4 days ago·Phoenix, United States

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Dallas News

Texas Legislature must dive into water future

Gov Abbott is rightly putting Texas water infrastructure in the forefront. While a voter-approved $1B Water Fund was a starting point, the state needs to do...

4 days ago·Dallas, United States

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Texas Farm Bureau

Texas Farm Bureau calls for action on water crisis - Texas Farm Bureau

By Julie Tomascik Editor Years of severe drought conditions combined with extreme population growth are putting pressure on the state’s water resources. During a recent Texas House Committee on Natural Resources hearing, Texas Farm Bureau testified on the critical need for immediate action to the water crisis. The state’s farmers and ranchers are the most vulnerable to drought and water supply disruptions. “We’re living it right now. We are the …

3 days ago

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