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Water Rights Settlement and Infrastructure Funding for the Yavapai-Apache Nation.

This bill resolves water rights disputes for the Yavapai-Apache Nation in Arizona. It authorizes federal investments to build new pipelines and water treatment facilities.
Key points
Approves a settlement ending water rights claims in the Verde River and Colorado River watersheds.
Allocates approximately $883 million to construct the new Cragin-Verde pipeline and a drinking water treatment system.
Establishes a trust fund of over $155 million for infrastructure maintenance, wastewater projects, and environmental protection.
Transfers specific lands into trust for the Yavapai-Apache Nation and up to 40 acres to the Town of Camp Verde for public safety and other municipal purposes.
Secures additional water resources for Yavapai County residents for municipal and domestic use.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_6931
Sponsor: Rep. Crane, Elijah [R-AZ-2]
Process start date: 2025-12-26
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Yavapai-Apache Nation Water Rights Settlement Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_6931.

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 2025-12-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Approves a settlement ending water rights claims in the Verde River and Colorado River watersheds.
  • Allocates approximately $883 million to construct the new Cragin-Verde pipeline and a drinking water treatment system.
  • Establishes a trust fund of over $155 million for infrastructure maintenance, wastewater projects, and environmental protection.
  • Transfers specific lands into trust for the Yavapai-Apache Nation and up to 40 acres to the Town of Camp Verde for public safety and other municipal purposes.
  • Secures additional water resources for Yavapai County residents for municipal and domestic use.
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. Crane, Elijah [R-AZ-2].

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 2026-03-22.

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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