Arizona Water Banking Authority outlines stored Colorado River credits and recovery limits At a March 20 committee meeting, the Arizona Water Banking Authority told lawmakers it has accrued more than 3.8 million acre‑feet of long‑term storage credits but has not been able to recharge since 2020; staff said firming policies for future Colorado River cuts are pending federal guidelines and that some recovery will depend on partners such as CAWCD and recovery wells.

The Arizona Water Banking Authority has built up over 3.8 million acre-feet of water storage credits but faces a critical challenge as it hasn't been able to recharge since 2020—what does this mean for our water future?

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Senate rejects bill to end community water fluoridation after extended debate Senators debated SB 10‑19, which would have restricted community water fluoridation. Proponents said fluoridation is toxic and lacks informed consent; opponents pointed to decades of public‑health research and urged local control. The bill failed on the floor.

The Arizona Senate voted down a controversial bill that aimed to restrict community water fluoridation, igniting a fierce debate over public health and local control.

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Senate committee advances bill allowing limited groundwater transport from McMullen Valley despite rural opposition The Senate Natural Resources Committee gave House Bill 2758 a due‑pass recommendation after hours of testimony and public comment; the measure would allow eligible entities to transfer groundwater out of the McMullen Valley Basin under statutory caps, but rural residents and local officials warned of subsidence and community harm.

The Senate has advanced a controversial bill allowing groundwater transport from McMullen Valley, sparking fierce debate over its potential impact on rural communities.

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Committee advances bill modernizing Pinal County water augmentation authority's bonding tools House Bill 2098, sponsored by Rep. Gail Griffin, would modernize revenue-bonding authority for County Water Augmentation Authorities to improve financing terms for future augmentation projects; Pinal County representatives said the changes would prepare the region for augmentation opportunities.

A groundbreaking bill is set to modernize Pinal County's water augmentation financing, paving the way for future sustainable projects.

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Arizona’s Tech Expansion Meets a Water Reckoning: Data Centers & Semiconductors Arizona’s rise as a semiconductor and data center powerhouse has put it at the center of a growing national conversation: can rapid tech expansion coexist with long-term water security in the desert?

Arizona’s tech boom is raising big questions about water. As data centers and semiconductor fabs expand, sustainable water management and reuse are becoming critical. 💧 tinyurl.com/arizona-data... #DataCenters #Semiconductors #Arizona #WaterTreatment #Tech #ArizonaWater #CleanWater #Water #Everfilt

Committee approves amendment to limit Colorado River water for replenishment to permitted facilities; tribes and CAP raise scope concerns House Bill 2263, as amended, would restrict use of main-stem Colorado River water for replenishment in AMAs to permitted facilities on state or private land or owned by multi-county conservation districts. Central Arizona Project and tribal representatives warned the committee that the measure could exclude existing tribal, municipal and USF storage locations and impede flexibility.

House Bill 2263 could reshape Colorado River water use, but tribal and CAP representatives warn it might leave existing storage facilities in the dust!

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Caucus advances multiple water measures: snowpack augmentation, stormwater recharge mapping and fund clarifications A set of bills discussed would add snowpack augmentation to WIFA-eligible projects, require additional disclosures for Water Conservation Grant applicants, restrict education/research uses of one grant fund, and appropriate $100,000 for updated stormwater recharge mapping at ADWR.

Arizona is taking bold steps to tackle water shortages with innovative snowpack augmentation and new funding for stormwater recharge projects!

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House committee advances package of water bills; McMullen Valley groundwater transfer wins close vote after heated debate The Natural Resource, Energy and Water Committee advanced a package of water bills on Jan. 22, most with due‑pass recommendations. The most contested, HB2758 (McMullen Valley groundwater transfer), passed as amended after residents and environmental groups warned of well failures and 'sacrifice zones.'

The Arizona House committee just advanced a controversial water bill that could spell disaster for rural communities, raising fears of dry wells and investor exploitation.

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House committee advances bill to add cloud seeding to WIFA’s water‑supply toolbox The Arizona House Natural Resource, Energy and Water Committee voted 6–4 to recommend passage of House Bill 20 24, which would let the Water Infrastructure Finance Authority fund and plan projects that include snowpack augmentation under the state weather‑modification statute. Proponents cited new drone and radar validation technology; opponents raised health and ecological concerns over silver iodide.

A contentious vote in Arizona could lead to the expansion of cloud seeding technology for water supply development, balancing innovation with public health concerns.

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WIFA outlines seven candidate projects to import or exchange water, urges lawmakers not to cut funding The Water Infrastructure Finance Authority told Arizona senators it has 7 projects under feasibility review for the Long Term Water Augmentation Fund after a competitive solicitation and asked legislators to avoid further cuts so the agency can complete due diligence and help secure affordable financing for large‑scale water supplies.

Arizona's Water Infrastructure Finance Authority has launched seven innovative water projects but needs legislative support to keep costs down and secure the future of water supply in the state.

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New blog post from the Kyl Center!
Arizona Colorado River Updates: The Un-Holiday Edition
Colorado River rules sunset in 2026—big changes ahead for AZ water policy. Here’s what you need to know: https://ow.ly/RBLr50XS50I

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Kathleen Ferris, former Arizona Department of Water Resources Director and Senior Research Fellow at the Kyl Center, reflects on the Arizona Groundwater Management Act of 1980 and its impact. Explore her insights: https://ow.ly/nXuF50XH5aK

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Arizona’s “aquifer rescue plan” turns 40.

Dive into the story of Central Arizona Project (CAP) water deliveries from 1985–2024 and what they mean for our future.

Explore the interactive map on the Arizona Water Blueprint:
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Phoenix saw 7.5 inches of rain in October! But is it enough for Arizona's drought? ASU water expert Sarah Porter explains: https://ow.ly/NUnZ50XjqFU

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The #ColoradoRiver is a HUGE water source for Arizona! It provides water for our farms, cities, hydropower, the ecosystem, and so much more! 💦

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UPDATE: Roadway repaired, school bus drives into small sinkhole near Willcox Friday A Cochise County school bus drove into a small sinkhole and broke an axle near Willcox, Friday morning.

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Roads falling into pits
Resulting from unrestrained underground water pumping
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Mark your calendars! On October 1, 2025, the @azwater is hosting two in-person workshops in the Willcox AMA. Both events are in-person only at the Cochise College – Willcox Center. Get all the details here: https://loom.ly/QizwF4U
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Judah Wakselbaum opposes $70M sweep from Arizona's Long Term Water Augmentation Fund Wakselbaum warns against financial pullback jeopardizing Arizona's water supply projects.

Arizona's water future is at risk as lawmakers consider a $70 million sweep from a vital fund aimed at securing long-term water supplies.

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New AZ Rules for Advanced Water Purification Arizona has made a significant stride in addressing its water challenges with the approval of new Advanced Water Purification (AWP) rules. The approval by the Governor's Regulatory Review Council…

How will these rules change Arizona's water future? Find out in our blog!👇

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Kwang Nguyen introduces bill to protect Verde River from groundwater extraction Kwang Nguyen advocates for protections while balancing groundwater rights for local towns.

Arizona lawmakers are grappling with critical water management bills that could reshape groundwater rights and environmental protections in the Verde River Basin.

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Salt River Project unveils three key water resilience projects amid Colorado River uncertainty Arizona faces uncertain water supplies as SRP explores projects to enhance water storage and management.

Arizona's water future hangs in the balance as the Salt River Project reveals urgent strategies to combat the looming crisis of the Colorado River's over-allocation.

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Salt River Project unveils three key water resilience projects to combat supply challenges Arizona water management faces uncertainty as new obligations and sedimentation threaten supply capacity.

Arizona's water future hangs in the balance as critical projects emerge to combat looming supply challenges and climate uncertainties.

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Arizona's Plan To Import Over 100 Billion Gallons of Water

As populations rise and water supplies dwindle, Arizona is looking beyond its borders to meet its needs in the coming years...

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