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Water shortages push federal action across states
The piece discusses worsening U S water scarcity due to population growth and nature. It highlights Secretary Udalls warning that water is our most abused resource and President Johnsons call for a lasting abundance of fresh water. It details federal initiatives including the Office of Water Resources Research and over 400 funded projects nationwide, plus the Water Resources Planning Act of July 22 1964 and the formation of river basin commissions to craft comprehensive water and land resource plans with shared funding.
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Lord Byron
United States
America
Interior
Steward L. Udall
Johnson
Office of Water Resources Research
Congress
Puerto Rico
Interior Department
Pro Ram