Gordon in Washington, D.C. for meetings on Colorado River

CHEYENNE (WNE) — Gov. Mark Gordon was in Washington, D.C. on Tuesday meeting with federal officials, Western governors and members of Congress to discuss the future of the Colorado River Basin and the long-term management of critical water resources, including Flaming Gorge Reservoir.

“As a headwaters state, Wyoming is committed to bringing real solutions to the table,” Gordon said in a news release. “We remain focused on a seven-state approach that recognizes the realities of a prolonged drought while protecting critical tools like Flaming Gorge for future generations. Wyoming is not interested in simply reacting to challenges; we intend to help lead the discussion.”

Gordon continues to advocate for collaborative, science-based solutions that protect the Colorado River system while protecting and respecting the rights and interests of Upper Basin states, the release said.

This story was published on June 10, 2026. 

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