As Texas’ population is expected to grow from 19 million in 1997 to 51.5 million by 2070, the state’s available water supply has already shrunk 18% since 1997. Todd Staples, president of the Texas Oil & Gas Association, says the upcoming legislative session will require experts to reach a consensus on difficult policy questions around water management, including the rule of capture versus development rights, conservation district boundaries, and water export rules.

Source: Texas Faces Tough Water Policy Decisions Amid Population Growth | Staples Today