Lake Tahoe Restoration Act of 2015

Bill 114 s 1724, also known as the Lake Tahoe Restoration Act of 2015, is a piece of legislation that aims to protect and restore the environmental health of Lake Tahoe, a popular tourist destination located on the border of California and Nevada. The bill was introduced in the Senate on July 7, 2015 by Senator Dean Heller of Nevada.

The main goals of the Lake Tahoe Restoration Act of 2015 are to improve water quality, reduce the risk of wildfires, restore wildlife habitats, and promote sustainable recreation in the Lake Tahoe Basin. The bill authorizes funding for various projects and programs that will help achieve these goals, including erosion control, forest management, and invasive species removal.

Additionally, the bill establishes a Lake Tahoe Restoration Program within the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to coordinate federal, state, and local efforts to protect and restore Lake Tahoe. The program will also provide grants to support research, monitoring, and restoration activities in the Lake Tahoe Basin. Overall, the Lake Tahoe Restoration Act of 2015 is a bipartisan effort to preserve the natural beauty and ecological integrity of Lake Tahoe for future generations. It has received support from environmental groups, local governments, and businesses in the Lake Tahoe area.