Bill 119 HR 1917, also known as the Great Lakes Mass Marking Program Act, aims to establish a program to mark fish in the Great Lakes region for conservation and research purposes. The bill proposes that all fish stocked in the Great Lakes must be marked in a way that allows them to be easily identified. This marking will help researchers track the movement and behavior of fish populations, as well as monitor the success of stocking programs. The program will be overseen by the US Fish and Wildlife Service, in collaboration with state agencies and tribal governments in the Great Lakes region. The bill also includes provisions for funding the program through federal grants and partnerships with non-profit organizations. Supporters of the bill argue that the Great Lakes Mass Marking Program will help improve the management of fish populations in the region, leading to better conservation efforts and more sustainable fishing practices. Critics, however, have raised concerns about the potential costs and logistical challenges of implementing such a program. Overall, the Great Lakes Mass Marking Program Act seeks to enhance the understanding and protection of fish populations in the Great Lakes through a comprehensive marking and monitoring program.
Bill 119 HR 1917, also known as the Great Lakes Mass Marking Program Act, aims to establish a program to mark fish in the Great Lakes region for conservation and research purposes. The bill proposes that all fish stocked in t...