Yavapai-Apache Nation Water Rights Settlement Act of 2026
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To President
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to settle water rights claims of the Yavapai-Apache Nation in Arizona and authorize construction of the Tú ńlį́į́níchoh Water Infrastructure Project. It ratifies a water rights settlement agreement, secures funding for the project, and establishes trust funds for ongoing management and potential future acquisitions. The bill also recognizes the cultural significance of the Verde River and prioritizes its flows, while addressing existing water rights and establishing a framework for future water use.
Key provisions
- Approves the Yavapai-Apache Nation Water Rights Settlement Agreement.
- Authorizes construction of the Tú ńlį́į́níchoh Water Infrastructure Project, including the Cragin-Verde Pipeline Project and a drinking water system.
- Establishes the Yavapai-Apache Nation Water Settlement Trust Fund to manage settlement funds.
- Confirms existing water rights of the Yavapai-Apache Nation.
- Allocates water from the Colorado River and the C.C. Cragin Dam and Reservoir to the Yavapai-Apache Nation.
- Authorizes appropriations for the project and related activities.
- Requires environmental compliance and establishes a process for managing investment earnings.
- Addresses issues related to water depletion, diversion, and existing water rights within the Verde River Watershed.
Who is affected
- Yavapai-Apache Nation
- United States Government
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