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Great Lakes Mapping Act of 2025

5/6/2025, 8:05 AM

Summary of Bill HR 2731

The Great Lakes Mapping Act of 2025, introduced in the 119th Congress on April 8, 2025, aims to enhance mapping efforts related to the Great Lakes region. The bill focuses on improving the accuracy and detail of mapping data for the Great Lakes area, providing better information for environmental protection, navigation, and resource management. Specific directives within the bill likely include funding provisions for comprehensive mapping projects, collaboration with relevant agencies and stakeholders, and the utilization of advanced technology for mapping purposes. The bill's main goal is to support the conservation and sustainable use of the Great Lakes resources through enhanced mapping initiatives.

Current Status of Bill HR 2731

Bill HR 2731 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 8, 2025. Bill HR 2731 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on April 8, 2025.  Bill HR 2731's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources. as of April 8, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2731

Total Number of Sponsors
3
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
3
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
29
Democrat Cosponsors
16
Republican Cosponsors
13
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2731

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2731

To direct the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to conduct high-resolution surveying and mapping of the lakebeds of the Great Lakes, and for other purposes.
To direct the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to conduct high-resolution surveying and mapping of the lakebeds of the Great Lakes, and for other purposes.

Comments

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Jedidiah Barry

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10 months ago

Not sure about this bill. Sounds fishy to me.