119th (2025–2027)
H.Res. 273
H.Res. 273 is a non-binding resolution expressing the House of Representatives' support for diplomatic efforts to ensure Mexico meets its annual water delivery obligations to the United States. Under a 1944 treaty governing shared water resources from the Colorado, Tijuana, and Rio Grande Rivers, Mexico is required to deliver an average of at least 350,000 acre-feet of water annually to the United States over five-year cycles; however, the resolution notes that Mexico frequently delays fulfilling these commitments until the end of each cycle. The resolution particularly acknowledges water shortages affecting farmers in south Texas and calls on Mexico to deliver water annually rather than waiting until the end of the five-year commitment period. This resolution does not require any funding or establish specific timelines, as it is purely an expression of congressional support for diplomatic negotiations with the Mexican government.