…includes all of Merced County, and parts for Fresno and Madera Counties. Costa says he’s keeping a close eye on the water crisis. CLICK HERE to listen to this report….
California Drought Update
It’s official, California does not have enough water to grow our food and supply communities. The Department of Water Resources has now taken unprecedented action to conserve water, and it…
CFBF: Water Crisis Will Lead to Severe Problems
As California’s water situation worsens, the leader of the state’s largest farm organization said rural areas face “severe economic problems” from water shortages. The State Water Project warned today it…
Breaking News: Unprecedented Zero Water Allocation for CA
It’s official, California does not have enough water to grow our food and supply communities. The Department of Water Resources has now taken unprecedented action to conserve water, and it…
AgNeTVideo: Rep. Jim Costa on Water Issues
Representative Jim Costa, (D) CA, speaks on the water and drought issues in California….
Emergency Water Legislation Scheduled for House Consideration
…scheduling a vote on this bill next week.” The Sacramento–San Joaquin Valley Emergency Water Delivery Act (H.R. 3964) restores water reliability to California communities by codifying the bipartisan Bay-Delta Accord….
DWR Drops State Water Project Allocation to Zero, Seeks to Preserve Remaining Supplies
…Water Project customers a realistic understanding of how much water they will receive from the Project,” said Director Cowin. “Simply put, there’s not enough water in the system right now…
California GOP Reps Unite on Water Bill
…billions of gallons of badly needed water being flushed into the ocean. “Since taking office, ensuring the Central Valley has reliable access to clean, high-quality water has been my number…
Lucas Praises House Passage of Farm Bill Conference Report
…the forest products industry by clarifying that forest roads and related silvicultural activities should not be treated as a point source under the Clean Water Act. Creates a permanent subcommittee…
Costa Statement on State of the Union
…we face this water crisis, California needs all the help we can get, and I hope he remains true to his promise to be a partner in our struggle. “Recent…
U.S. Senate Rejects South Valley Water Fix
…Representatives’ proposed legislative fix for South Valley water: “We are deeply disappointed that California’s Senators have rejected yet another House initiative to bring more water to the South Valley, especially…
House-Senate Negotiators Announce Bipartisan Agreement on Final Farm Bill
…farmers and ranchers affected by natural disasters or significant economic losses, and renews a national commitment to protect land, water, and other natural resources. “I am proud of our efforts…
Final State Water Action Plan Released
…solid fiscal foundation for implementing near-term actions for the plan, recommending $618.7 million in funding for water efficiency projects, wetland and watershed restoration, groundwater programs, conservation, flood control, and integrated…
California Water Reforms Presented at Farm Bill Conference Committee
…has presented a legislative fix in a bicameral conference committee to relieve the water crisis in the South Valley. The proposal, meant for inclusion in the Farm Bill that could…