Ariz. lawmakers may break ranks voting on Colorado River cuts, which will hit some districts hard
Arizona state lawmakers tend to vote in lockstep with their party on water issues, but when it comes to proposed Colorado River cuts, they may break ranks. Republicans hold majorities in the state House and Senate. Members of each party usually vote in blocs, but that seems likely to change. Arizona is in the midst of Colorado River negotiations and will likely take a serious water cut. Unlike other states in the Colorado River Basin, the plan will need to be approved by Arizona’s 90 state lawmakers. But some legislative districts will be hit much harder than others. … For the time being, all Arizona lawmakers are united in advocating for the best deal for the state.
Other Colorado River planning news:
- Imperial Valley Press (El Centro, Calif.): Yuma City Council submits comments on future Colorado River operations
- Arizona Daily Star (Tucson): Report: Big CAP cuts would trigger huge economic hits, major job losses in Arizona
- Arizona Capitol Times (Phoenix): Opinion: When Colorado River cuts hit home
- Western Water: Blog: Federal river plan could devastate Arizona water supply
