The water policy measure that passed overwhelmingly Thursday by the House to build long-term water infrastructure across the Golden State is headed for a showdown with outgoing Sen. Barbara Boxer, who plans to mount a filibuster in the Senate today as one of her final acts in Congress. Bay Area lawmakers say the bill, which passed 360–61, will harm the Delta ecosystem by shipping more water to Socal cities and Valley farms.
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California drought bill victory could be short-lived: Sen. Barbara Boxer pledges filibuster as one of her last acts