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Haaland Champions Water Rights, Food Sovereignty in New Mexico

6/27/2025

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New Mexico gubernatorial candidate Deb Haaland engaged with Taos Valley Acequia Association leaders on Tuesday, addressing critical water rights and agricultural infrastructure amid ongoing drought challenges. She committed to bolstering acequia programs and legal safeguards. Meanwhile, Native News Online unveiled a three-year initiative aimed at preserving food sovereignty and revitalizing languages in tribal communities, seeking $450,000 in funding to support this vital work.

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New Mexico gubernatorial candidate Deb Haaland engaged with Taos Valley Acequia Association leaders on Tuesday, addressing critical water rights and agricultural infrastructure amid ongoing drought challenges. She committed to bolstering acequia programs and legal safeguards. Meanwhile, Native News Online unveiled a three-year initiative aimed at preserving food sovereignty and revitalizing languages in tribal communities, seeking $450,000 in funding to support this vital work.