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Irrigation Districts and State Water Policy
The speaker argues for irrigation reform in Oregon via an irrigation district law like Idaho and California use. He notes Oregon's constitutional delay, urges a convened convention, and cites 1895 Oregon law enabling district votes by landowners with pro rata taxes. Districts would curb speculation, ensure proportional water sharing, and fund reservoirs.
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