AAW Policy Bites:Water Rights & Resource Management

Topic: Federal vs. State Control

Water issues vary greatly across the country, and one-size-fits-all policies don’t work. AAW believes water management decisions should be handled at the state and local level—not dictated by distant federal agencies.

📌 Our Position: AAW supports state and local authority over water rights, allocation, and management. We oppose federal mandates that override regional priorities, impose excessive regulation, or ignore agricultural realities.

💧 Why It Matters: State and local leaders are better equipped to understand the unique water needs of their regions. Empowering them helps protect ag productivity, landowner rights, and community-driven conservation.

📖 Policy Reference: 2024 AAW Policy Positions, Page 30 https://www.americanagriwomen.org/position-statements

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