Lawmakers Pursue Release of Colorado River Funds – POLITICO Pro

Last updated Aug 5, 2025

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The content discusses the freezing of the Inflation Reduction Act funding by the Trump administration. This funding includes $4 billion that was meant to address drought in the Colorado River Basin. No specific reasons for the freeze or potential impact of the decision are provided.

The Trump administration has put a halt to the funding of the Inflation Reduction Act. This act includes a significant allocation of $4 billion meant to tackle the drought conditions in the Colorado River Basin.

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