Video & Transcript Research : 'irrigation projects'
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WY
Wyoming 2026 Regular Session
Joint Agriculture, State and Public Lands & Water Resources Committee, June 11, 2026 - PM
Agriculture, State and Public Lands & Water Resources
Transcript Highlights:
- those projects? those projects?
- You know, I know they were looking at an irrigation project several years ago over there in that area
- with maybe another 60,000 irrigated with maybe another 60,000 irrigated acres.<01:08:51.839>
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project <01:08:54.880>several looking at irrigation project several looking at irrigation - And I'd say the way we put our flood irrigation, we got flood irrigation going through the pivots.
NH
Transcript Highlights:
- We've done irrigation projects as a response to drought.
- We've done irrigation projects as a response to drought.
- We've done irrigation projects as a response to drought.
- We've done irrigation projects as a response to drought.
- They have a year to their project.
NM
New Mexico 2026 Regular Session
House - Agriculture, Acequias And Water Resources Feb 7th, 2026 at 09:06 am
House Agriculture, Acequias And Water Resources
Transcript Highlights:
- And then allow for pilot projects. Some projects are already underway as part of the research.
- issue, but Project Jupiter is sort of the... ...of, we have a history around this issue, but Project
- They're empty irrigation canals.
- They're all pilot projects.
- They're all pilot projects.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Environmental Safety and Toxic Materials Committee Mar 25th, 2025
Environmental Safety and Toxic Materials
Transcript Highlights:
- capture for irrigation use.
- As a result, precious potable water supplies are being used to irrigate turf.
- The program has been invested in the last few years, but not on stormwater capture projects.
- public lands, there will be less uncertainty and project approval delays, and these critical projects
- But I'm not using plain soap, according to the analysis. 90% of projects are detergent.
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Legislative Committee on Water Supply During Drought Apr 30th, 2026 at 08:30 am
Joint Legislative Committee on Water Supply During Drought
Transcript Highlights:
- So we have more uncertainty in our precipitation projections compared to temperature.
- So we have more uncertainty in our precipitation projections compared to temperature.
- These photos show examples of past projects.
- And then data projects a 40 to 60 percent decline by 2100.
- The Columbia River is projected to have an above normal water supply.
Summary:
The committee met with a quorum and first elected Rep. Reeves as chair and Rep. Dent as vice chair for the coming year by unanimous voice vote. Rep. Reeves then continued chairing the meeting after noting he would need to leave early, and the committee moved to its regular agenda on drought conditions in Washington.
The first major presentation came from the state climatology office and the Department of Ecology on the 2026 statewide drought declaration. They described an unusually warm winter, low spring snowpack, and forecast above-normal temperatures and below-normal precipitation for parts of the summer. Ecology said the declaration was based on Washington’s statutory drought criteria of reduced water supply and expected hardship, and that impacts were already being seen or anticipated for agriculture, fish, and some drinking water systems, especially in the Yakima Basin. Ecology also noted the drought response grant account had $3 million available, and that the declaration allows expedited water transfer processing and emergency response grants.
Committee members asked about funding, preparedness, and longer-term drought planning. Rep. Dent and others urged Ecology to work with the Legislature on broader mitigation strategies, including possible future legislative tools, funding needs, and reservoir or storage solutions. Ecology staff said they were open to continued collaboration and noted recurring drought has highlighted the need for more preparedness funding and resilience planning.
Dr. Cliff Mass of the University of Washington then gave a contrasting presentation, arguing that Washington was not in a drought emergency because reservoirs were full, precipitation was near or above normal in many areas, soil moisture was adequate, and agriculture was performing well. He said the low snowpack would not create a serious water shortage this year and urged the state to drop the drought emergency declaration. Committee members questioned him about reservoir capacity, state drought definitions, and forecast uncertainty. The meeting ended with several members thanking outgoing chair Sen. Warnick for her service and reflecting on future drought meetings and water issues in the state.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Natural Resources and Water Committee Jun 23rd, 2026
Natural Resources and Water
Transcript Highlights:
- You have to project. Just trying to... Too much. Now try. I think she heard it. Now try.
- Our irrigation district is a conjunctive use district.
- called the Tulare Lake Project.
- called the Tulare Lake Project.
- On behalf of Turlock Irrigation District, also a Good morning, Jamie Miner.
NM
New Mexico 2025 Regular Session
IC - Water and Natural Resources Sep 12th, 2025
Water & Natural Resources Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- This fund is for planning, engineering, design, and construction of irrigation works projects.
- The project that we work on...
- that project themselves.
- , I'm an irrigator in the Elephant Butte Irrigation District.
- I'm calling the project, the Rio Grande project, has a priority date now of what?
NM
New Mexico 2026 Regular Session
House - Agriculture, Acequias And Water Resources Jan 29th, 2026 at 09:07 am
House Agriculture, Acequias And Water Resources
Transcript Highlights:
- I know that they were transferring a lot of money yesterday into more water projects because there's
- assume irrigation is for crops.
- district, the Elephant Butte Irrigation District, that we have a pending U.S.
- When EBID says we have two days of irrigation, whatever it may be, maybe they have some ag wells.
- In southern New Mexico, we use irrigation ditches.
WY
Wyoming 2026 Regular Session
Senate Floor Session-Day 6, February 16, 2026-PM
Wyoming Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Uh, the project was developed to address late-season irrigation shortages affecting agriculture producers
- Uh, the project was developed to address late-season irrigation shortages affecting agriculture producers
- Uh, the project was developed to address late-season irrigation shortages affecting agriculture producers
- Uh, the project was developed to address late-season irrigation shortages affecting agriculture producers
- to irrigation projects, sponsored by Water.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Water, Parks, and Wildlife Committee Mar 25th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- What I was tasked to do during irrigation low-flow times is look at these structures that are located
- forgot to mention is that Kings River Conservation District is the sponsor for the federal flood project
- Pine Flat Dam was built, and then the channel below was a part of that project.
- . on the channel below was a part of that project.
- and federally managed projects, I'm going to be a no on this one.
Summary:
The committee heard several water, parks, and wildlife bills. AB 764 would expand the list of exotic non-game birds that can be managed in California to better control mute swan populations; the author and California Waterfowl said swans are invasive, aggressive, and rapidly increasing, while no opposition testified. The bill passed to Appropriations. AB 616 would make the State Library Parks Pass program permanent by allowing state parks to transfer annual day-use passes to the State Library free of charge; supporters said it improves equitable access to parks, especially for low-income families, and the bill passed unanimously to Appropriations.
AB 293 would require groundwater sustainability agencies to post board membership and a link to Form 700 filings online. Supporters, including the Community Alliance with Family Farmers, argued it would improve transparency and public trust, while opponents said the requirement was redundant and could discourage service on GSA boards. The bill passed, but with some no votes. AB 639 would narrow the definition of dams so certain weirs used for irrigation would not be subject to dam regulations; the author and technical witnesses said the structures pose no safety risk and are already closely managed, while members urged the bill be narrowed further to the Kings River area. It passed as amended to Appropriations.
AB 679 would streamline land transfers for Big Basin Redwoods, Año Nuevo, and Butano State Parks by exempting those acquisitions from the Public Works Board process. Supporters said it would speed conservation and park rebuilding after the CZU fire, while one member opposed it over cost and broader state land-management concerns; it passed as amended. AB 454 would remove the sunset on the California Migratory Bird Protection Act, making state protections for migratory birds permanent after federal rollback concerns; it passed as amended to Appropriations. The committee also adopted its 2025-26 rules and approved the consent calendar, and the meeting adjourned after add-on votes were taken for absent members.
WY
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- Uh they're to port expansion projects.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- The proposed project is part of a larger package of projects. MnDOT and St.
- The county is seeking $8 million for the project. Funding for a $22.6 million project.
- that project.
- You can see our project prices.
- This is a project...
Bills:
HF2418, HF1666, HF232, HF344, HF402, HF431, HF468, HF547, HF583, HF1476, HF1711, HF2787, HF2788, HF3207
Keywords:
capital investment, political subdivisions, state assistance, funding, project grants, child care, Slayton, state bonds, economic development, extended time revenue, school funding, state aid, career and technical education, CTE, STEM, secondary credit, after-school programs, summer school, learning year program, extended day
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- This project asset preservation project.
- The proposed project is part of a larger package of projects. MnDOT and St.
- that project.
- > which to that project. our project which which to that project. our project which which is<00:40
- This does not apply to things like major projects around wastewater projects and around sewage projects
Bills:
HF2418, HF1666, HF232, HF344, HF402, HF431, HF468, HF547, HF583, HF1476, HF1711, HF2787, HF2788, HF3207
Keywords:
capital investment, political subdivisions, state assistance, funding, project grants, child care, Slayton, state bonds, economic development, extended time revenue, school funding, state aid, career and technical education, CTE, STEM, secondary credit, after-school programs, summer school, learning year program, extended day
NM
New Mexico 2026 Regular Session
House - Appropriations and Finance Feb 13th, 2026 at 05:31 pm
House Appropriations & Finance
Transcript Highlights:
- These projected enrollment growth units are Supplemental appropriation request.
- projects don't require. the use of EPDs.
- That would specifically only refer to public and private projects.
- So if a project owner of a LEED certified building, if they were interested in wanting to procure lower
- Are we pulling money out of a fund and allocating it to this project, or was it, because I don't recall
Keywords:
distance learning, virtual instruction, public education, student enrollment, school funding, education standards, pandemic education response, low-carbon construction, construction materials, rebate, environmental product declaration, EPD, embodied carbon, carbon intensity, greenhouse gas emissions, decarbonization, industrial incentives, clean manufacturing, cement, concrete
NM
New Mexico 2026 Regular Session
House - Appropriations and Finance Feb 9th, 2026 at 06:36 pm
House Appropriations & Finance
Transcript Highlights:
- This is House Bill 63, emergency clause, NMFA Water Project Fund projects.
- 113 projects sought by 75 public entities.
- One project did not move forward, but all other 113 are recommended.
- The total of the projects is about $522 million, which is more money than we have available.
- House Bill 64 is the Public Project Revolving Fund appropriations bill.
Keywords:
water project fund, New Mexico Finance Authority, NMFA, Water Trust Board, water infrastructure, wastewater, drinking water, flood prevention, watershed restoration, water storage, conveyance, delivery, water treatment, recycling, reuse, municipal infrastructure, local government finance, capital outlay, grants, loans
NM
New Mexico 2025 Regular Session
IC - Land Grant Aug 14th, 2025
House Rural Development, Land Grants And Cultural Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- On my agricultural irrigation project, which we'll get to in a little bit, I want to thank everybody
- The first one, and probably the largest project, That we have is the Canyon de Chama Irrigation Project
- I mentioned the Cañon de Chama irrigation project.
- The irrigation project in the current trauma, it's 15, the original know 1,409 acres.
- There's only going to be one parciente on this irrigation project, and that's the land grant.
FL
Florida 2026 Regular Session
Appropriations Committee on Agriculture, Environment, and General Government Feb 25th, 2026
Appropriations Committee on Agriculture, Environment, and General Government
Transcript Highlights:
- The entire recovery strategy is based on what's called the water first project, which is a proposed project
- This project is still in the pre-planning phases.
- And we're not opposed to the project.
- You've heard of the One Water projects, the Sweetwater Branch project that GRU is doing, Green K down
- one big project that we are pushing forward.
Keywords:
funeral homes, cemetery law, cremation, embalmer, funeral director, preneed contract, preneed funeral, human remains, unclaimed cremated remains, disposition of remains, hospice, palliative care, end-of-life care, direct disposal, mortuary science, funeral service arts, licensure by endorsement, cemetery license, contiguous acres, consumer services
Summary:
The committee first took up appointments, recommending confirmation of James Patrick Grambling and Brian J. Aungst on a single favorable vote. It then heard and approved several committee bills, including CS/CS/SB 1260 on building code inspections, which directs the Department of Management Services to contract with private providers for plan review and inspections; CS/SB 1668 on NICA, which updates benefits, oversight, funding, and immunity language; SB 1300 on a workforce/CDL training program for selected nonviolent inmates; CS/CS/SB 598 on funeral and cemetery services; CS/SB 1580 on illegal gaming enforcement; CS/SB 934 on Florida Keys affordable housing tax exemptions; and CS/CS/SB 1452, an agency bill updating DFS programs and licensing rules. Each of those bills was reported favorably after committee debate and, in several cases, amendments were adopted.
The committee spent substantial time on CS/CS/SB 1510, the DEP package, which reorganizes environmental rulemaking and land acquisition authority, expands septic-to-sewer and nutrient-reduction requirements in sensitive areas, updates stormwater and resilience provisions, and revises related permitting and grant programs. Two amendments were adopted, including one adding solar-energy and stormwater-related provisions and another removing septic disclosure reporting language. Testimony included support from DEP and concerns from environmental advocates about septic timelines and implementation. The bill was ultimately reported favorably.
The committee also considered CS/CS/SB 1566 on local government budget transparency, requiring counties and municipalities to post budgets and related materials online for extended periods in a standardized format. The League of Cities opposed the bill as an unfunded mandate, while the sponsor argued it would improve taxpayer access and accountability; the bill was reported favorably. Finally, the committee heard SB 7034, a rule ratification for minimum flows and levels for the lower Santa Fe and Ichetucknee rivers and priority springs, with testimony focused on the proposed Water First restoration strategy, conservation measures, and concerns about water quality, funding, and local opposition. The transcript ends during closing remarks on that ratification bill, before a final vote is shown.
TX
Texas 89th Regular
Senate Committee on Water, Agriculture, and Rural Affairs May 5th, 2025
Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- In response to concerns from the Texas Irrigation Council, the committee substitute removes the challenge
- However, we have around 26 to 27 water districts and irrigation districts that were created back in the
- Most of the water districts and irrigation districts cooperate, but some do not.
- Wells are their only source of water for domestic use, irrigation, and livestock.
- Irrigators are put at the very bottom of the priority list due to funding issues and other priorities
Keywords:
agricultural conservation, land preservation, environmental protection, wildlife habitat, Texas Farm and Ranch, groundwater conservation district, Texas Water Code, water permit, permit amendment, groundwater permit, water rights, aquifer, well registration, exempt wells, beneficial use, water conservation, groundwater quality, well plugging, Hill Country Priority Groundwater Management Area, surface water resources
ND
North Dakota 2026 1st Special Session
Water Topics Overview Committee Jun 10th, 2026 at 09:00 am
Water Topics Overview Committee
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Water, Parks, and Wildlife Committee Jul 1st, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- By 2021, we had a zero allocation on the State Water Project.
- Sixty percent of my water comes from the State Water Project. That is frightening.
- And I want to call attention to Turlock Irrigation District.
- It's drip irrigation now.
- And so we need to move projects and have a plan to do that.
Summary:
The committee heard several water- and environment-related bills. SB 72, by Senator Caballero, would modernize the California Water Plan and set long-term water supply targets, including an interim goal of 9 million acre-feet of additional water by 2040. Supporters from water districts, local governments, business groups, and agricultural interests argued the bill is needed to address climate-driven shortages, protect the economy, and improve planning for droughts, flooding, recharge, recycling, storage, and conveyance. Opponents, including environmental and conservation groups, argued the bill could overstate demand, increase costs, and make it harder to protect instream flows and ecosystems. The committee discussed the science behind the 9 million acre-feet target and the need to balance water supply planning with fish and ecological needs. SB 72 passed on a do-pass motion to Appropriations.
SB 369, by Senator Padilla, would require a local skilled and trained workforce for all Salton Sea restoration work. The author and sponsors said the bill would protect workers exposed to hazardous conditions at the Salton Sea, create good local jobs in Imperial County, and ensure long-term workforce standards for publicly funded restoration projects. Support came from labor organizations, contractors, and other regional stakeholders; no opposition testified. Members emphasized the region’s high unemployment and the importance of workforce development. The bill passed on a do-pass motion to Labor and Employment.
SB 697, by Senator Laird, would update the stream system adjudication process by allowing the State Water Board to use modern technology, such as stream gauges and digitized records, when investigating water rights claims, while still allowing field investigations when needed. The author said the process has not been updated since 1976 and should be streamlined. After amendments addressed stakeholder concerns, there was no opposition testimony. The committee asked whether the bill would affect pre-1914 water rights, and the author said it would not. SB 697 passed as amended to Judiciary. The committee also approved consent calendar items SB 599, SB 609, and SB 765 earlier in the hearing.