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Taos Pueblo Water Rights: New Funds and Project Support

This law amends the existing Taos Pueblo Indian Water Rights Settlement Act, establishing new trust funds and allocating federal money for water infrastructure development. It aims to facilitate the implementation of the water rights agreement, benefiting both the Pueblo and non-Pueblo entities through improved water resource management.
Key points
Establishes new trust funds for Taos Pueblo's groundwater and surface water infrastructure development.
Allocates a total of $206 million for the new trust funds and $161 million for mutual-benefit water projects, subject to construction cost adjustments.
Sets clear deadlines and alternative options for mutual-benefit water projects to ensure timely completion.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_6205
Sponsor: Rep. Leger Fernandez, Teresa [D-NM-3]
Process start date: 2025-11-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Taos Pueblo Indian Water Rights Settlement Amendments Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_6205.

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 2025-11-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishes new trust funds for Taos Pueblo's groundwater and surface water infrastructure development.
  • Allocates a total of $206 million for the new trust funds and $161 million for mutual-benefit water projects, subject to construction cost adjustments.
  • Sets clear deadlines and alternative options for mutual-benefit water projects to ensure timely completion.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Leger Fernandez, Teresa [D-NM-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-11.

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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