Court upholds California rules to protect fish, but Newsom wants lenient Delta approachJudge upheld decision to cut water use in San Joaquin RiverState considering flexible water districts plan instead of strict regulationsRuling supported agency's plan to protect key fish species with increased water flows.
California eases new water saving regulations for local agencies after pushbackNew proposed California water conservation rules are less stringent, easing requirements for urban suppliers.The revised regulations extend the timeline for water reductions to 2040 and provide more flexibility for suppliers.
California relaxes controversial new water conservation rulesCalifornia water regulators unveil new, more relaxed water conservation standards.Different regions of California face varied water conservation requirements, with some agencies needing to cut usage by up to 30%.
New state water conservation rules go easy on Sacramento but small cities nearby feel the pinchDifferent water districts in California will have varying conservation requirements under new state regulations to address water supply challenges.