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States Struggle to Agree on Colorado River Water Plan

12/19/2025

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Seven U.S. states' water leaders met in Las Vegas to map a long-term plan for sharing the Colorado River, crucial for over 40 million people.
Consensus remains elusive after the states missed a November deadline for a new agreement.
Nevada's negotiator John Entsminger expressed doubt about reaching a deal by the February 14 deadline.
The Bureau of Reclamation plans to propose options soon, urging cooperation over litigation.

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Story summary

Seven U.S. states' water leaders met in Las Vegas to map a long-term plan for sharing the Colorado River, crucial for over 40 million people.
Consensus remains elusive after the states missed a November deadline for a new agreement.
Nevada's negotiator John Entsminger expressed doubt about reaching a deal by the February 14 deadline.
The Bureau of Reclamation plans to propose options soon, urging cooperation over litigation.