AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoRio Grande Water: The annual Elephant Butte release is underway, sending water downstream through Caballo Reservoir toward El Paso after a low-storage year; officials say the initial flow is faster than models and warn people to stay out of the riverbed. Supreme Court Water Ruling: The U.S. Supreme Court approved a historic Rio Grande compact settlement, ending a 13-year dispute and setting a long-term framework for surface deliveries and groundwater use below Elephant Butte. Playas Restoration: Eastern New Mexico conservation partners are expanding free playa restoration to help recharge the Ogallala Aquifer, improve water quality, cut erosion, and boost drought resilience. Drought Relief for Farmers: USDA designated all of New Mexico a natural disaster area for drought, unlocking emergency loan help for equipment, livestock, and recovery costs. Wildfire Update: The Seven Cabins Fire is 49% contained as warmer, drier weather returns, with closures and fire restrictions still in place. Data Center Water Debate: Oracle is pushing back on Project Jupiter water-use claims, saying it will use treated non-potable well water for cooling and fuel cells, not public drinking water. Local Governance & Health: Senators advanced a bill extending the Rural Community Hospital Demonstration for five more years, including New Mexico hospitals.
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