The final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS) for the post-2026 Colorado River operating guidelines is expected to be released this week, followed shortly by a Record of Decision establishing a two-year operating plan. Critically, staff said Metropolitan does not anticipate any near-term cuts to its deliveries as a result of these changes. However, the FEIS will not specify state-level cuts; California's specific allocation reductions will be negotiated separately with California partners and must be completed by fall of this year (later this year) — making the next few months a critical watch period as these steps progress.
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