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Diplomatic Support for Enforcing Water Treaty with Mexico

This bill aims to ensure that U.S. diplomats and officials actively work to ensure Mexico's compliance with the 1944 water treaty. This means the U.S. government will push for predictable and reliable water deliveries from the Colorado, Tijuana, and Rio Grande rivers, potentially impacting water access for communities in the southwestern United States.
Key points
Strengthening U.S. diplomatic efforts to ensure Mexico's compliance with the 1944 water treaty.
Seeking agreements to guarantee predictable and reliable future water deliveries from Mexico.
Potential impact on water supply stability for agriculture and residents in U.S. border regions.
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Status: Expired
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_7468
Sponsor: Rep. De La Cruz, Monica [R-TX-15]
Process start date: 2024-02-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To ensure that United States diplomats and officials of the U.S. Section of the International Boundary and Water Commission are able to advance efforts seeking compliance by the United Mexican States with the 1944 Treaty on Utilization of Waters of the Colorado and Tijuana Rivers and of the Rio Grande.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_7468.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-02-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Strengthening U.S. diplomatic efforts to ensure Mexico's compliance with the 1944 water treaty.
  • Seeking agreements to guarantee predictable and reliable future water deliveries from Mexico.
  • Potential impact on water supply stability for agriculture and residents in U.S. border regions.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. De La Cruz, Monica [R-TX-15].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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