A resolution expressing support for the diplomatic relations required to encourage the Government of Mexico to fulfill water deliveries on an annual basis to the United States under the Treaty between the United States of America and Mexico respecting the utilization of waters of the Colorado and Tijuana Rivers and of the Rio Grande.
Impact
If upheld, SR379 aims to reinforce international commitments regarding shared water resources, directly impacting agricultural stakeholders in Texas who rely on consistent water supplies. A commitment from Mexico to adhere to this treaty could lead to more stable water availability, improving conditions for local farmers and mitigating the adverse effects of water scarcity. The resolution emphasizes the importance of maintaining healthy diplomatic channels and negotiating better compliance mechanisms for continued water deliveries.
Summary
SR379 is a resolution that expresses support for diplomatic efforts aimed at ensuring the Government of Mexico fulfills its water delivery obligations to the United States as outlined in the 1944 Treaty regarding the Colorado and Tijuana Rivers, as well as the Rio Grande. This resolution arises from concerns that Mexico has not met the treaty's terms, which require annual water deliveries of 350,000 acre-feet, contributing to ongoing water shortages affecting farmers in southern Texas. The Senate advocates for stronger diplomatic engagement to secure adherence to the treaty's stipulations.
Contention
Concerns stem from the fact that repeated failures to deliver the mandated water under the treaty have resulted in tension between the United States and Mexico. Critics may argue that the U.S. should take a firmer stance in negotiations or explore solutions that do not solely rely on diplomatic discussions. Supporters of SR379 emphasize that cooperative international relations are crucial for resolving such water disputes and averting further hardships for impacted agricultural communities.
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Expressing support for the diplomatic relations required to encourage the Government of Mexico to fulfill its water deliveries on an annual basis to the United States under the treaty between the United States and Mexico regarding the utilization of the Colorado and Tijuana Rivers and of the Rio Grande.
Expressing support for the diplomatic relations required to encourage the Government of Mexico to fulfill its water deliveries on an annual basis to the United States under the treaty between the United States and Mexico regarding the utilization of the Colorado and Tijuana Rivers and of the Rio Grande.
Expressing support for the diplomatic relations required to encourage the Government of Mexico to fulfill its water deliveries on an annual basis to the United States under the treaty between the United States and Mexico regarding the utilization of the Colorado and Tijuana Rivers and of the Rio Grande.
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A bill to ensure that United States diplomats and officials of the U.S. Section of the International Boundary and Water Commission are able to advance efforts seeking compliance by the United Mexican States with the 1944 Treaty on Utilization of Waters of the Colorado and Tijuana Rivers and of the Rio Grande.
A bill to ensure that United States diplomats and officials of the U.S. Section of the International Boundary and Water Commission are able to advance efforts seeking compliance by the United Mexican States with the 1944 Treaty on Utilization of Waters of the Colorado and Tijuana Rivers and of the Rio Grande.
To ensure that United States diplomats and officials of the U.S. Section of the International Boundary and Water Commission are able to advance efforts seeking compliance by the United Mexican States with the 1944 Treaty on Utilization of Waters of the Colorado and Tijuana Rivers and of the Rio Grande.
Texas Agricultural Producers Assistance ActThis bill directs the Department of Agriculture (USDA) to submit a report to Congress on USDA assistance available for agricultural producers in Texas related to Mexico's non-compliance with a 1944 treaty with the United States concerning water utilization. Specifically, the USDA report must list all of the existing USDA authorities and programs that are or could be made available to provide assistance to agricultural producers in Texas that have suffered economic losses due to Mexico not delivering water to the United States in accordance with the Treaty on Utilization of Waters of the Colorado and Tijuana Rivers and of the Rio Grande, including the Supplementary Protocol.
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