President Signs Paul's Water Policy Legislation Into Law

FOR RELEASE: November 16, 2000

Washington, D.C.- Legislation introduced by Congressman Ron Paul to restore local ownership of the Lake Texana/Palmetto Bend water project was signed by the President earlier this week. The Palmetto Bend Conveyance Act authorizes the State of Texas, acting through the Lavaca-Navidad River Authority, to purchase the federal interest in Lake Texana. The bill was designed to restore local control over the Lake Texana water supply and increase local availability of water in Jackson and Calhoun counties.

Successful passage of the legislation follows months of ongoing efforts by Congressman Paul, who worked tirelessly to finalize the measure before Congress adjourned for the year.

"I'm very pleased that the bill has been signed by the President," Paul stated. "Local control of resources is critical. People know that management by federal regulators does not work, while local ownership results in more efficient use of resources. This legislation will result in the elimination of inefficient water use, which will benefit the people of Jackson county and all areas supplied by Lake Texana."