Policy Resolutions

Formally-adopted positions of the Western States Water Council

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Position #531 – Regarding Clean Water Act Jurisdiction

Position #531  - Regarding Clean Water Act Jurisdiction WHEREAS, the Western States Water Council (WSWC) is a government entity representing eighteen states, with members appointed by their respective governors; and WHEREAS, the WSWC’s mission is to ensure that the West...

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Position #529 – Supporting Renewable Hydropower Development

Position #529 - supporting Renewable Hydropower Development WHEREAS, the Western States Water Council (WSWC) is a government entity representing eighteen states, with members appointed by their respective governors; and WHEREAS, the WSWC’s mission is to ensure that the...

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Position #527 – Regarding the Extension of NPDES Permit Terms

Position #527 - Regarding the Extension of NPDES Permit Terms WHEREAS, the Western States Water Council (WSWC) is a government entity representing eighteen states, with members appointed by their respective governors; and WHEREAS, the WSWC’s mission is to ensure that...

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Position #526 – Regarding Abandoned Hardrock Mine Cleanup

Position #526 – Regarding Abandoned Hardrock Mine Cleanup WHEREAS, the General Mining Act of 1872 allowed individuals to obtain exclusive rights to valuable hardrock mineral deposits on land belonging to the United States without requirements to reclaim the land until...

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