Equitable Colorado River Water Cuts for Arizona, California, and Nevada.
This bill changes how Colorado River water shortages are managed for Arizona, California, and Nevada. During a water shortage, all water usage diversions must be reduced proportionally based on the states' base annual allocations. Crucially, this reduction applies equally, removing the preference previously given to historical, senior water rights.
Key points
Mandates proportional water cuts for AZ, CA, and NV during Colorado River shortages.
Eliminates preferential treatment for historical 'present perfected rights' during reduction periods, affecting water security for various users.
Status:
Introduced
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