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Ben Ray Luján: “Unfortunately, Tribal communities have been left waiting years for the water infrastructure they were promised. My…”

On the recordJune 11, 2026
Unfortunately, Tribal communities have been left waiting years for the water infrastructure they were promised. My legislation is about keeping our word and delivering the resources needed to complete these critical projects.
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Ben Ray Luján
Democratic · New Mexico

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Commenting on the need for water rights settlements.

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