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Expected Colorado River pact seen as step in right direction

States and federal officials appear close to agreeing on multi-year reductions in Colorado River water use.

Published Jul 22, 2026, 10:00 AM EDT | WFMZZ

Multi-year plans for how states will reduce Colorado River water intake could be nearing an agreement. A federal plan implementing those reductions is expected to be released in the coming week.