The legislation had been stalled for nearly two years, but the latest measure deals with agricultural concerns, and is a sign the legislation is back on track. "We have a lot of folks that are working very hard in a belief that we can restore the river and make it possible to restore a salmon run and at the same time protect the interest of Friant growers," said Randy McFarland with the Friant Water Users Authority.
The Senate measure differs from a House version in providing the re-use of river water for farmers.
Congress must now work out the differences between the measures, but supporters are optimistic the restoration of the San Joaquin River is moving forward.
