How did the Bureau of Reclamation prompt the growth and expanding reach of the federal government in the early 20th century?

A) It imposed heavy regulations on farmers.
B) It demanded environmental assessments from every developer.
C) It administered Native American land claims.
D) It provided farmers and ranchers with land and water.

Bureau Of Reclamation

A federal agency under the U.S. Department of the Interior, which oversees water resource management, specifically the oversight and operation of dams, canals, and water projects in the Western U.S.

Federal Government

The national government of a federated state, such as the United States, which has specific powers delegated to it.

Environmental Assessments

Evaluations conducted to determine the environmental impacts of proposed projects or actions, aiming to mitigate negative outcomes.