Supreme Court Blocks Water Settlement Between New Mexico and Texas

The 5-4 decision cites unresolved federal concerns over New Mexico's Rio Grande water use.

The rejected settlement aimed to address water-sharing issues involving Texas, New Mexico, and Colorado.
The federal government objected to the lack of specific water use limitations in New Mexico.
New Mexico farmers have increasingly relied on groundwater due to prolonged drought and climate change.
Texas sued New Mexico, claiming groundwater pumping reduced water deliveries under an interstate compact.
The decision underscores the ongoing challenges in managing water resources in the drought-impacted region.