Northern Arizona Indian Water Rights Settlement Agreement needs $5 billion

KTAR News: Water Watch

Northern Arizona Indian Water Rights Settlement Agreement needs $5 billion

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Published on Mar 16, 2026, 2:05:55 PM
Total time: 00:01:42

Episode Description

The Northern Arizona Indian Water Rights Settlement Agreement is asking for $5 billion in federal funding to be implement. Arizona U.S. Senator Mark Kelly pleaded with Congressional members to fund the measure that guarantees water sources for the Navajo, Hopi and San Juan Southern Paiute tribes. 

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