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To express the consent and approval of Congress to an interstate compact regarding water resources in the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence River Basin.

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Summary of Bill HR 6577

Bill 110 hr 6577, also known as the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence River Basin Water Resources Compact, seeks to gain the consent and approval of Congress for an interstate compact regarding water resources in the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence River Basin.

The compact aims to promote the sustainable use and management of water resources in the region, which includes the Great Lakes and the St. Lawrence River. It establishes a framework for cooperation among the states and provinces that border the basin, including Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin in the United States, as well as Ontario and Quebec in Canada.

The compact outlines principles and guidelines for the conservation, protection, and management of water resources in the basin, with the goal of preventing water diversions and ensuring that the water remains available for the region's residents, businesses, and ecosystems. It also establishes a process for resolving disputes and coordinating efforts to address water quality issues. By gaining the consent and approval of Congress, the compact will have the legal authority to be implemented and enforced by the states and provinces that are party to it. This will help to ensure that the water resources of the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence River Basin are managed in a sustainable and responsible manner for the benefit of all stakeholders. Overall, Bill 110 hr 6577 represents a significant step towards protecting and preserving the water resources of the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence River Basin, and promoting cooperation and collaboration among the states and provinces that share these valuable resources.

Current Status of Bill HR 6577

Bill HR 6577 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 23, 2008. Bill HR 6577 was introduced during Congress 110 and was introduced to the House on July 23, 2008.  Bill HR 6577's most recent activity was Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 560. as of September 22, 2008

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6577

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6577

Primary Policy Focus

Water Resources Development

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