Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary and Underwater Preserve Boundary Modification Act

Bill 111 HR 905, also known as the Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary and Underwater Preserve Boundary Modification Act, is a piece of legislation that aims to modify the boundaries of the Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary and Underwater Preserve in Lake Huron, Michigan.

The Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary and Underwater Preserve was established in 2000 to protect and preserve historically significant shipwrecks in the area. The sanctuary currently covers approximately 448 square miles of water and includes over 200 shipwrecks.

The proposed modification to the sanctuary's boundaries would expand the protected area to include an additional 1,400 square miles of water. This expansion would allow for the preservation of even more historically significant shipwrecks and provide additional opportunities for research, education, and tourism in the region. The bill has received bipartisan support in Congress, with lawmakers from both parties recognizing the importance of preserving the rich maritime history of the Great Lakes region. Supporters of the bill argue that expanding the sanctuary's boundaries will help to protect these valuable cultural resources for future generations. Overall, the Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary and Underwater Preserve Boundary Modification Act seeks to enhance the protection and preservation of historically significant shipwrecks in Lake Huron, Michigan, while also promoting research, education, and tourism in the region.