The resolution, introduced by Senator Hinojosa, addresses Mexico's ongoing failure to meet its water delivery obligations to the United States as stipulated in the 1944 treaty governing the Rio Grande. This treaty mandates that Mexico deliver a minimum average of 350,000 acre-feet of water annually to the U.S. from certain tributaries of the Rio Grande. However, Mexico has consistently fallen short of this requirement, currently being 984,814 acre-feet in arrears. This shortfall has significant implications for Texas, where many municipalities, industries, and agricultural sectors rely heavily on the river for their water supply. The resolution highlights the adverse effects of these water shortages, including economic losses in agriculture and increased costs for rural municipalities.

In light of these challenges, the resolution urges the U.S. Department of State and the International Boundary and Water Commission to take decisive action to ensure Mexico's compliance with the treaty. It emphasizes the importance of prioritizing water deliveries to the United States during annual allocation discussions. The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality has already communicated these concerns to the relevant authorities, and the resolution calls for further recognition of the critical socioeconomic impact of the water delivery issues on Texas. Official copies of the resolution will be forwarded to the U.S. Secretary of State and the commissioner of the International Boundary and Water Commission to advocate for necessary actions.