The Arizona Drought Contingency Plan: A Tribal Perspective

Historically, Native American tribes have not been included in important water discussions in Arizona, but that changed with the Drought Contingency Plan (DCP) — a multi-state agreement designed to secure the future of water in the Southwest.  

“Tribes in Arizona, including the Gila River Indian Community and the Colorado River Indian Tribes, played a significant role in the new Drought Contingency Plan implementation,” said Rep. Raúl M. Grijalva (D-AZ). “Without tribal participation, the DCP would not be possible and I’m grateful that we were able to reach consensus that protects tribal use of this sacred resource.”