A resolution expressing support for the diplomatic relations required to encourage the Government of Mexico to fulfill water deliveries on an annual basis to the United States under the Treaty between the United States of America and Mexico respecting the utilization of waters of the Colorado and Tijuana Rivers and of the Rio Grande.

3/13/2024, 11:27 PM

This resolution expresses support for the diplomatic and official relations required to secure the government of Mexico's compliance with a 1944 treaty concerning water utilization between the United States and Mexico.

The resolution also (1) expresses deep concern that farmers in south Texas are experiencing water shortages, and (2) encourages the government of Mexico to fulfill a commitment to deliver annually at least 350,000 acre-feet of water to the United States.

Bill 118 S.Res. 379 is a resolution that expresses support for diplomatic efforts to ensure that the Government of Mexico fulfills its obligation to deliver water to the United States as outlined in the Treaty between the United States of America and Mexico regarding the use of waters from the Colorado and Tijuana Rivers, as well as the Rio Grande.

The resolution emphasizes the importance of maintaining good relations with Mexico in order to ensure that water deliveries are made on an annual basis. It acknowledges the significance of these water deliveries for various purposes, including agriculture, industry, and municipal use in the United States.

The resolution also highlights the potential negative impacts that could arise if Mexico fails to meet its obligations under the treaty, such as water shortages and disruptions to the economy in the United States. It calls for continued cooperation and communication between the two countries to address any challenges that may arise in fulfilling these water deliveries. Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 379 underscores the importance of upholding the terms of the treaty between the United States and Mexico regarding water deliveries and emphasizes the need for diplomatic efforts to ensure that these obligations are met on an annual basis.
Congress
118

Number
SRES - 379

Introduced on
2023-09-28

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

9/28/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

This resolution expresses support for the diplomatic and official relations required to secure the government of Mexico's compliance with a 1944 treaty concerning water utilization between the United States and Mexico.

The resolution also (1) expresses deep concern that farmers in south Texas are experiencing water shortages, and (2) encourages the government of Mexico to fulfill a commitment to deliver annually at least 350,000 acre-feet of water to the United States.

Bill 118 S.Res. 379 is a resolution that expresses support for diplomatic efforts to ensure that the Government of Mexico fulfills its obligation to deliver water to the United States as outlined in the Treaty between the United States of America and Mexico regarding the use of waters from the Colorado and Tijuana Rivers, as well as the Rio Grande.

The resolution emphasizes the importance of maintaining good relations with Mexico in order to ensure that water deliveries are made on an annual basis. It acknowledges the significance of these water deliveries for various purposes, including agriculture, industry, and municipal use in the United States.

The resolution also highlights the potential negative impacts that could arise if Mexico fails to meet its obligations under the treaty, such as water shortages and disruptions to the economy in the United States. It calls for continued cooperation and communication between the two countries to address any challenges that may arise in fulfilling these water deliveries. Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 379 underscores the importance of upholding the terms of the treaty between the United States and Mexico regarding water deliveries and emphasizes the need for diplomatic efforts to ensure that these obligations are met on an annual basis.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA resolution expressing support for the diplomatic relations required to encourage the Government of Mexico to fulfill water deliveries on an annual basis to the United States under the Treaty between the United States of America and Mexico respecting the utilization of waters of the Colorado and Tijuana Rivers and of the Rio Grande.

Policy Areas
International Affairs

Potential Impact
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad•
Farmland•
International law and treaties•
Lakes and rivers•
Latin America•
Mexico•
Texas•
Water resources funding•
Water use and supply

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Latest Summary1/12/2024

This resolution expresses support for the diplomatic and official relations required to secure the government of Mexico's compliance with a 1944 treaty concerning water utilization between the United States and Mexico.

The resolution also...


Latest Action9/28/2023
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S4763-4764)