Kathleen Hartnett White: As Texas continues to endure widespread drought, a new man-made water shortage is percolating through the federal courts.
Water Supply
The Issue Growth in the economy and population, as well as cyclical droughts throughout much of Texas, increases the urgency of providing an adequate supply of water in Texas. As required by the landmark water legislation SB 1, passed in 1997, Texas has completed detailed State Water Plans (SWPs), measuring available water supply, future demand,...