Guided by Real Water, Real Cuts, Real People and Real Action, Upper Basin States lay out
core principles for a fair and sustainable Post-2026 Framework at CRWUA
LAS VEGAS — Dec. 16, 2025 — The Upper Colorado River Commission (UCRC) is spotlighting the
Upper Basin States’ approach to sustainable management of the Colorado River at this year’s Colorado
River Water Users Association (CRWUA) conference.
Guided by Real Water, Real Cuts, Real People, and Real Action, the Upper Basin has long managed the
River within its limits, making tough, science-based decisions while supporting all users, including Tribal
Nations. Committed to a fair, sustainable framework that protects the River, the Upper Basin has set a
clear path for post-2026 negotiations based on reality, drawing on decades of experience to guide these
principles into action.
