Navajo Nation Rio San José Stream System Water Rights Settlement Act of 2025

This bill ratifies a water rights settlement agreement between the Navajo Nation, the State of New Mexico, and other parties for the Rio San José Stream System. It establishes a $223.27 million trust fund (with $200.27 million from federal funds) to support water infrastructure projects, water rights management, and environmental compliance on Navajo Nation lands. The agreement resolves longstanding water rights claims for the Navajo Nation, confirms their water rights in the Rio San José Stream System and Rio Puerco Basin, and includes protections for allottee water rights. The settlement becomes effective on the "Enforceability Date" after certain conditions are met, including court approval and fund deposits.