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Colorado River Indian Tribes: New Water Management Powers

This act allows the Colorado River Indian Tribes (CRIT) to lease, exchange, or store portions of their Colorado River water allocation. This aims to improve their economic well-being and water resource management without losing their water rights. Citizens may experience an indirect impact through the stabilization of water resources in the region.
Key points
CRIT can enter into agreements for leasing, exchanging, or storing water, providing new economic opportunities.
All agreements require approval from the Secretary of the Interior, ensuring federal oversight.
The act ensures that the tribes will not permanently lose their water rights, even if they temporarily lease or store water.
The water rights of individual landholders (allottees) are protected and cannot be diminished by these new agreements.
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VOTING RESULTS
2022-12-22
97%
For 397
Against 12
Abstain 0
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Became Law
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No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_3308
Sponsor: Sen. Kelly, Mark [D-AZ]
Process start date: 2021-12-02
Voting date: 2022-12-22
Meeting no: 2
Voting no: 538
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Colorado River Indian Tribes Water Resiliency Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_3308.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-12-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • CRIT can enter into agreements for leasing, exchanging, or storing water, providing new economic opportunities.
  • All agreements require approval from the Secretary of the Interior, ensuring federal oversight.
  • The act ensures that the tribes will not permanently lose their water rights, even if they temporarily lease or store water.
  • The water rights of individual landholders (allottees) are protected and cannot be diminished by these new agreements.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Became Law.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Kelly, Mark [D-AZ].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Became Public Law No: 117-343.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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