Two of the strategies that have been developed by the Texas Water Development Board to meet the long-term needs of Texas include
A) raising the tax on water to encourage conservation efforts and statewide water restrictions.
B) importing more water from surrounding states where water is more plentiful and encouraging more citizens to dig their own wells.
C) the focus on conservation and expanding and developing available surface water.
D) requesting federal funding to develop massive desalinization plants along the Gulf Coast and laws restricting the construction of in-ground pools.
E) mandatory rationing and raising the tax on water.

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The Texas Water Development Board has focused on conservation and expanding and developing available surface water as two strategies to meet the long-term needs of Texas. This approach prioritizes the sustainable use of existing water resources and encourages efficient, responsible water use. The other options mentioned, such as importing more water or developing massive desalination plants, may not be practical or cost-effective solutions in the long-term. Additionally, mandatory rationing and raising taxes may not be the most effective approach to encourage conservation and responsible water use.

Two of the Strategies That Have Been Developed by the Texas