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Long Island Sound Restoration and Stewardship Act

4/7/2025, 2:55 PM

Summary of Bill S 1674

Bill 114 s 1674, also known as the Long Island Sound Restoration and Stewardship Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of protecting and preserving the Long Island Sound, a large estuary located between Connecticut and New York.

The bill focuses on several key areas, including improving water quality in the Long Island Sound, restoring habitats for fish and wildlife, and promoting sustainable recreational and commercial activities in the area. It also aims to increase public access to the Sound and enhance educational opportunities for the public to learn about the importance of the estuary.

Specifically, the bill authorizes funding for various projects and initiatives, such as monitoring and research programs to assess water quality, habitat restoration efforts to improve the health of the ecosystem, and public outreach campaigns to raise awareness about the importance of the Long Island Sound. Overall, the Long Island Sound Restoration and Stewardship Act seeks to address environmental challenges facing the Long Island Sound and promote the long-term health and sustainability of this important natural resource.

Current Status of Bill S 1674

Bill S 1674 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 24, 2015. Bill S 1674 was introduced during Congress 114 and was introduced to the Senate on June 24, 2015.  Bill S 1674's most recent activity was Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 373. as of February 24, 2016

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1674

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 S 1674

Primary Policy Focus

Environmental Protection

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