Great Lakes Fishery Research Reauthorization Act

Bill 119 HR 1809, also known as the Great Lakes Basin Monitoring, Assessment, and Research Program Reauthorization Act, is a piece of legislation that aims to provide funding for the monitoring, assessment, and research of the Great Lakes Basin. The bill seeks to reauthorize the Great Lakes Basin Monitoring, Assessment, and Research Program, which was originally established in 2016.

The Great Lakes Basin is a vital natural resource that provides drinking water to millions of people and supports a diverse ecosystem. The program funded by this bill plays a crucial role in monitoring the health of the Great Lakes Basin, assessing potential threats to its water quality, and conducting research to better understand the complex ecosystem of the region.

The reauthorization of this program is important to ensure that funding continues to be available for ongoing monitoring and research efforts in the Great Lakes Basin. By providing resources for scientists and researchers to study the region, the bill aims to support informed decision-making and conservation efforts to protect the Great Lakes for future generations. Overall, Bill 119 HR 1809 is a bipartisan effort to support the preservation and sustainability of the Great Lakes Basin through continued funding for monitoring, assessment, and research activities.