Ensuring Predictable and Reliable Water Deliveries Act of 2025

Key Points

• This bill requires the Secretary of State to report every year on whether Mexico is meeting its water delivery promises. Under a 1944 treaty, Mexico is supposed to send at least 350,000 acre-feet of water to the United States each year from the Rio Grande and other rivers.
• If Mexico fails to meet these water targets, the United States would be required to deny Mexico's requests for extra water deliveries. The government could also stop working with Mexican industries and irrigation districts that benefit from shared water supplies.
• The policy aims to help American farmers, especially in border states like Texas, who rely on this water for their crops. Supporters argue that Mexico has fallen behind on its obligations, causing economic harm to U.S. agriculture.
• Cooperation on stopping the flow of illegal drugs like fentanyl would not be affected by these restrictions. There are also exceptions for major humanitarian or environmental emergencies, though these would require special certification from the Secretary of State.

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