Idaho farmers got it done! New water agreement is officially complete.
Last week, Idaho farmers finalized a new water agreement that will protect Idaho agriculture and conserve water for future generations. Lt. Governor Bedke and I are proud of farmers from throughout the state for coming together to prioritize agriculture thriving in Idaho, while protecting private property rights
It was a tough year of negotiations, but I never doubted our farmers could get this done! Idahoans have always solved our own problems, and the new mitigation plan charts a better path for all water users in the years ahead while ensuring Idahoans maintain control of our water destiny, not other states, the feds, or the courts. I am very proud of everyone involved for coming together and getting a new plan across the finish line.
I am especially grateful to Lt. Governor Scott Bedke. He took on one of Idaho’s most significant policy issues and helped build the consensus needed to arrive at this milestone. Scott Bedke has demonstrated true leadership once again.
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