Mitigating Drought

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 Emergency Response Programs

Specific actions taken by states:
Established alert procedures for water quality problems
Stockpiled pumps, pipes, water filters, and other equipment
Established water hauling programs for livestock
Listed livestock watering locations
Established hay hotline
Funded water system improvements, new systems, and new wells
Funded drought recovery programs
Lowered well intakes on reservoirs for rural water supplies
Extended boat ramps and docks in recreational areas
Issued emergency irrigation permits for using state waters for irrigation
Created low-interest loan and aid programs for agricultural sector
Created drought property tax credit program for farmers
Established a tuition assistance program for farmers to enroll in farm management classes

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