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Western States Race to Finalize Colorado River Agreement
11/9/2025
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Story summary
- Utah and six other western states negotiate a Colorado River agreement ahead of the November 11 deadline.
- The talks address water shortages affecting about 40 million people amid ongoing drought.
- The governor of Arizona urges federal intervention due to perceived intransigence from Upper Basin states.
- If no consensus is reached, federal management of the river could take effect.
