Congress·In Committee·S. 528

Congress Proposes $2.5 Billion to Extend Great Lakes Cleanup and Protection Through 2031

GLRI Act of 2025

about 1 year ago·View on Congress.gov

Part of: Bipartisan Senate Bills Propose Billions for Great Lakes Restoration and Research

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No legislative action in over 90 days.

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Key Points

This bill would provide $500 million every year from 2027 through 2031 to keep cleaning up and protecting the Great Lakes. This adds up to $2.5 billion in total funding over five years to support the health of the world's largest freshwater system.
The money is used for projects like cleaning up polluted areas, stopping invasive species from entering the water, and restoring natural habitats for fish and wildlife. It also helps prevent runoff from farms and cities that can cause harmful algae blooms.
Millions of people who live in the Great Lakes region depend on these waters for drinking water, jobs, and recreation. By extending this program, the government aims to ensure the lakes stay healthy for fishing, boating, and tourism, which are vital to the local economy.
A bipartisan group of Senators introduced this plan to make sure there is no gap in funding when the current program expires. This long-term commitment allows local communities and environmental groups to plan larger, more effective cleanup projects.

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Milestones

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Feb 11, 2025Senate

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.

Feb 11, 2025

Introduced in Senate

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