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New WOTUS rule cuts red tape for farmers and ranchers

The EPA is redefining which waters fall under federal jurisdiction, fulfilling a 2016 Trump campaign promise.

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Keely Covello
Nov 20, 2025
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The federal government is on the verge of clarifying which waters fall under its jurisdiction. It’s welcome news for farmers and ranchers, who say existing regulations leave them vulnerable to criminal charges for basic land management.

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