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BILL SUMMARY For PERKINS CANAL UPDATE

JOINT COMMITTEE COMMITTEE ON WATER RESOURCES AND AGRICULTURE REVIEW COMMITTEE
Date Jun 25, 2026       Location HCR 0112

Perkins Canal Update - Committee Discussion Only


12:47:52 PM  
State Engineer Jason Ullman, Division of Water Resources - Department of Natural Resources, told the committee about the litigation with Nebraska over the South Platte River Compact. He spoke about the amicus briefs that have been filed, augmentation plans, and the U.S. Supreme Court's deliberations. He discussed the permitting process that has begun for the Perkins Canal through the Army Corps of Engineers. Mr. Ullman responded to questions from the committee about the endangered species three-state's agreement.