Three States Told to Cut Water Use by 20% to Save the Colorado River The recent announcement that three states will have to reduce their water use by 20% over the next two years has sparked a heated debate about the future of the Colorado River.
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs has dismissed the plan as "unacceptable" and "draconian," while other stakeholders are urging caution and cooperation.
The Colorado River is one of the most important sources of water in the Western United States, providing for seven states, 30 Native tribes, and parts of northwestern Mexico.