What the May 1 Deadline Revealed About SGMA Implementation The May 1 groundwater reporting deadline did more than ask people to submit information. It revealed a gap. A gap between a State-level compliance process and the real-life capacity of many of the people expected to use it. On paper, the requirement may have seemed straightforward: report groundwater extractions through the State’s GEARS system, provide the required information, meet the deadline, and avoid potential

SGMA isn’t just about policy. It’s about people. It’s about the farmers, irrigation districts, and rural communities in the San Joaquin...

SGMA doesn’t have to be a mystery. With the right strategy, businesses can move forward with clarity instead of hesitation.