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Bob Sanders, a Texas rancher, donates water rights to the Texas Water Trust to protect Big Cypress Bayou, ensuring local water flow for his wagyu beef operation and ecosystem. As Texas faces potential water shortages by 2030, the state grapples with strained resources and growing cities water demands. A Dallas developers plan to drill wells in East Texas sparked controversy, leading to legal battles. The Texas Water Trust, established in 1997, has seen only three donations, with Sanders recent move marking the first in 18 years. Experts cite barriers like complex property rules and low awareness among landowners, but recent efforts aim to simplify participation and balance local needs with statewide demands.

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