Texas Wins Big: Supreme Court Approves Rio Grande Water Pact
· Texas Border Business
The U.S. Supreme Court has officially approved a settlement regarding the distribution of Rio Grande water among Texas, New Mexico, and Colorado. This decision follows a report from a Special Master recommending the final decree, which aims to ensure fair water allocation. Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton emphasized that this agreement is a significant victory for Texas, addressing issues stemming from New Mexico and Colorado's water management practices. The settlement mandates that New Mexico control groundwater pumping to secure Texas's water rights, benefiting local farmers and families who rely on the Rio Grande for their daily needs.
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