Federal Court Rules State "Area of Origin" Laws Do Not Require Bureau of Reclamation to Preferentially Deliver Water to the Sacramento Valley

KMTG attorney Hanspeter Walter recently published an article in the California Water Law and Policy Reporter discussing a 2011 federal court decision, Tehama Colusa Canal Authority v. U.S. Department of the Interior, which interpreted California's "Area of Origin" laws. A copy of Mr. Walter's article may be found here.

If you have any questions concerning this topic, please contact Hanspeter Walter from our office, or the KMTG attorney with whom you normally consult.

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