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5935 Not only confirms Agua Caliente's federal reserve water right ensures we all have an active government role in the Coachella Valley groundwater planning and management through our own water agency for the first time in our history. This settlement provides increased water stability for all Valley residents and is supported by the water districts and all affected local governments, including Riverside County and the State of California. On behalf of the Agua Caliente, I respectfully request that this Congress pass the Agua Caliente Water Rights Settlement Act as soon as possible. Thank you.

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