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H2Whoa! Mexico Drafts New Water Law in Epic Legislative Battle

Mexico drafts new water law. Three proposals aim to tackle water rights and management. Morena goes for clear and concise, PAN prioritizes access, and MC brings the kitchen sink.

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Mexicanist

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H2Whoa! Mexico Drafts New Water Law in Epic Legislative Battle
Three paths to water security: Mexico considers competing proposals for a new water law.

The Commission on Hydraulic Resources, Drinking Water and Sanitation in Mexico is tackling a crucial task: crafting a new General Water Law. Deputy Rubén Gregorio Muñoz Álvarez, wielding the gavel, has laid out the plans for this legislative endeavor. Three proposals have been submitted, each with its own unique flair:

  • Morena's 'General Water Law' is a streamlined ten-title, 76-article contender, focusing on the essentials.
  • The PAN's 'General Water Access Law' is a more concise offering, with seven titles and 32 articles, aiming to get straight to the point.
  • MC's 'General Water Law' is the heavyweight, boasting 13 titles, 292 articles, and 20 sections, leaving no water-related stone unturned.

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