H.R. 7078 — To amend the Colorado River Basin Project Act to provide for the equitable distribution of Colorado River water for the lower basin States, and for other purposes.

H.R. 7078 — To amend the Colorado River Basin Project Act to provide for the equitable distribution of Colorado River water for the lower basin States, and for other purposes. | JustPolicyThe purpose of this legislation is to ensure a fair distribution of Colorado River water among the lower basin states, specifically Arizona, California, and Nevada. It aims to address water shortages by establishing a clear method for reducing water diversions during times of scarcity. The key provision of this legislation amends an existing law to require that when there is a shortage of Colorado River water, the amount of water each of these states can use will be reduced proportionally.