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43 U.S.C. 2244: Effect of chapter on other lawsText contains those laws in effect through Public Law 119-120 (October 7, 2026).
From Title 43-PUBLIC LANDSCHAPTER 40-RECLAMATION STATES EMERGENCY DROUGHT RELIEF
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§2244. Effect of chapter on other laws

(a)  Conformity with State and Federal law

All actions taken pursuant to this chapter pertaining to the diversion, storage, use, or transfer of water shall be in conformity with applicable State and applicable Federal law.

(b)  Effect on jurisdiction, authority, and water rights

Nothing in this chapter shall be construed as expanding or diminishing State, Federal, or tribal jurisdiction or authority over water resources development, control, or water rights.

( Pub. L. 102–250, title III, § 304 , Mar. 5, 1992 , 106 Stat. 59 .)