Long Island Sound Restoration and Stewardship Reauthorization Act of 2025

2/6/2025, 3:08 AM

Long Island Sound Restoration and Stewardship Reauthorization Act of 2025

This bill reauthorizes the Environmental Protection Agency's Long Island Sound programs through FY2029. The programs, which include a stewardship grant program, focus on conserving and restoring the estuary off the coast of New York and Connecticut.

Bill 119 hr 288, also known as the Long Island Sound Restoration and Stewardship Act, is a piece of legislation that aims to reauthorize programs related to the protection and preservation of the Long Island Sound. The Long Island Sound is a large estuary located between Connecticut and New York that is home to a diverse array of plant and animal species.

The bill seeks to continue funding for various initiatives that focus on improving water quality, restoring habitats, and promoting sustainable use of the Long Island Sound. These programs include efforts to reduce pollution, restore wetlands, and enhance public access to the shoreline.

In addition to reauthorizing existing programs, the bill also includes provisions for new initiatives aimed at addressing emerging environmental challenges facing the Long Island Sound. These include measures to combat the impacts of climate change, protect endangered species, and promote sustainable fisheries management. Overall, Bill 119 hr 288 is designed to support the long-term health and vitality of the Long Island Sound ecosystem while also promoting economic growth and recreational opportunities for local communities. It reflects a bipartisan effort to prioritize environmental conservation and stewardship in the region.
Congress
119

Number
HR - 288

Introduced on
2025-01-09

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

1/9/2025

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Long Island Sound Restoration and Stewardship Reauthorization Act of 2025

This bill reauthorizes the Environmental Protection Agency's Long Island Sound programs through FY2029. The programs, which include a stewardship grant program, focus on conserving and restoring the estuary off the coast of New York and Connecticut.

Bill 119 hr 288, also known as the Long Island Sound Restoration and Stewardship Act, is a piece of legislation that aims to reauthorize programs related to the protection and preservation of the Long Island Sound. The Long Island Sound is a large estuary located between Connecticut and New York that is home to a diverse array of plant and animal species.

The bill seeks to continue funding for various initiatives that focus on improving water quality, restoring habitats, and promoting sustainable use of the Long Island Sound. These programs include efforts to reduce pollution, restore wetlands, and enhance public access to the shoreline.

In addition to reauthorizing existing programs, the bill also includes provisions for new initiatives aimed at addressing emerging environmental challenges facing the Long Island Sound. These include measures to combat the impacts of climate change, protect endangered species, and promote sustainable fisheries management. Overall, Bill 119 hr 288 is designed to support the long-term health and vitality of the Long Island Sound ecosystem while also promoting economic growth and recreational opportunities for local communities. It reflects a bipartisan effort to prioritize environmental conservation and stewardship in the region.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo reauthorize Long Island Sound programs, and for other purposes.

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Latest Summary3/27/2025

Long Island Sound Restoration and Stewardship Reauthorization Act of 2025

This bill reauthorizes the Environmental Protection Agency's Long Island Sound programs through FY2029. The programs, which include a stewardship...


Latest Action1/9/2025
Referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committee on Natural Resources, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jur...