Debate on Additional Funding for Pinal County Farmers

The chapter explores the controversy surrounding an extra $20 million budget proposal for farmers in Pinal County to dig more wells, raising concerns about bypassing the expected process of applying for federal grants first under the Drought Contingency Plan. It discusses the legislative journey of the plan, the lack of focus on water conservation, attempts to update plumbing efficiency standards, and the impact of a new bill allowing counties to relax water compliance in new subdivisions.