U.S. Supreme Court approves Texas v. New Mexico settlement to end Rio Grande water dispute
New rules for the Lower Rio Grande will require New Mexico to reduce groundwater pumping while preserving a larger share of irrigation water for farmers.
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Heinrich presses federal officials as Rio Grande water pressures grow across New Mexico
Sen. Martin Heinrich pressed federal officials over Rio Grande water management, El Vado Dam delays and New Mexico water infrastructure during a Senate hearing this week.
New Mexico launches dashboard to track 50-year water plan
New Mexico has launched a public dashboard to track progress on its 50-year water plan, including conservation targets, new water supply projects and infrastructure improvements.
NMSU highlights water, energy research labs during Heinrich visit
U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich visited NMSU this week, touring labs focused on water treatment, energy technology and cybersecurity research.
State hearings on Southern New Mexico water utility fines postponed
State regulators and Camino Real utility agree to postpone hearings on $250K arsenic‑fines affecting 19,000+ NM residents until this fall
County activates support line for CRRUA water concerns
Doña Ana County and the city of Sunland Park have launched a support line and online form for CRRUA customers to report water quality concerns. Bilingual help is available.
Governor declares drought emergency, orders state agencies to coordinate water, fire response
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has declared a statewide drought emergency, directing New Mexico agencies to coordinate water conservation and wildfire response amid record-low reservoir levels and escalating fire risk.
NMED sues Camino Real utility, seeks court-appointed manager to address arsenic violations
New Mexico sues Camino Real Regional Utility Authority, citing repeated arsenic violations and failures to notify residents. The state is seeking court intervention to ensure access to safe drinking water in Sunland Park and Santa Teresa.
