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The U.S. House of Representatives has passed the Protect Small Business from Excessive Paperwork Act, H.R. 736, in a bipartisan vote.
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GOP control of Congress and White House signals potential regulatory shifts for irrigation industry.
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State water law shapes agricultural water rights and impacts sustainable use across the United States.
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Manufacturers are urging Congress to act quickly to restore tax provisions and ensure long-term economic growth.
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High dependency on reliable water access makes rural economies particularly vulnerable to agricultural water-related risks.
November 13, 2022, Brazil. In this photo illustration, the U.S.
In a letter addressed to U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson, a coalition of associations urges a one-year postponement of the Act’s requirements, citing concerns over...
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Globally, drivers for increasing water demands include changing weather and hydrologic conditions, as well as higher population growth rates.
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The feedback will help the NRCS determine the next steps in implementing the act, which could include developing new regulations or guidelines.
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Farm bill faces scrutiny after the CBO released its cost estimate, projecting the proposed legislation could increase the deficit by billions.
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The layoffs affect two factories in Iowa and one in Moline, Illinois, with 280 employees being laid off in Moline on Aug. 30 and 310...