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Great Lakes Restoration Funding Bill
Recent Bills/Great Lakes Restoration Funding Bill

Great Lakes Restoration Funding Bill

IntroducedN/A
Introduced4 months ago
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Committee on Environment and Public Works. Hearings held.
Environmental ProtectionEnvironmental assessment, monitoring, researchGreat LakesHazardous wastes and toxic substancesMarine pollutionWater qualityLakes and riversNew York StatePennsylvaniaWildlife conservation and habitat protectionAquatic ecologyMinnesotaWisconsinIllinoisOhioIndianaMichigan
Why This Matters

This bill ensures continued financial support for restoring the Great Lakes over the next five years. It is important because the Great Lakes are vital for the environment and local economies.

If you live near the Great Lakes, this bill could lead to cleaner water and healthier ecosystems.
Who this affects
Local communities · Environmental organizations
What changes is this bill making?
  1. 1This bill provides funding to restore and protect the Great Lakes.
  2. 2It allocates $500 million each year from 2027 to 2031 for restoration efforts.
  3. 3The bill aims to improve water quality and habitat in the Great Lakes region.
  4. 4It supports projects that address pollution and invasive species.
  5. 5The funding helps local communities and organizations involved in restoration.
Read the detailed summary

Great Lakes Restoration Initiative Act of 2025 or the GLRI Act of 2025This bill reauthorizes through FY2031 the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative, which carries out programs and projects to protect and restore the Great Lakes.

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Bills must pass the House, Senate, and be signed by the President to become law.
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IntroducedCurrentJan 16, 2025

Committee on Environment and Public Works. Hearings held.

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The President

Donald Trump
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Awaiting Vote
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House Bill · HR 284
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Great Lakes Restoration Funding Bill
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3 of 4 · Passed Senate
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