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Drought Protection and Reduced Red Tape for Acequia Community Irrigation Systems.

This law strengthens the financial security of farmers using traditional Acequia irrigation systems by ensuring full access to federal disaster assistance for crop losses due to drought or other natural disasters. It also removes the requirement for special permits for routine maintenance of these systems on federal land, speeding up repairs and lowering upkeep costs for local communities. The goal is to protect historic water infrastructure and local food production.
Key points
Farmers relying on Acequias gain guaranteed access to federal financial aid (NAP) for crop losses caused by drought or disaster.
Eliminates the need for special permits for routine cleaning and minor repairs of Acequias located on federal land, simplifying and accelerating crucial infrastructure maintenance.
Supports historic irrigation methods vital for local agriculture and water management, particularly in New Mexico.
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Additional Information
Acequia Communities Empowered by Qualifying Upgrades for Infrastructure Act
Print number: S 2077
Sponsor: Sen. Lujan, Ben Ray [D-NM]
Process start date: 2023-06-21