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health of our fisheries is critical to our fishing industry, economy, and way of life. However, aquatic invasive
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throughout the Great Lakes. Cormorant populations have devastated fish stocks in the Great Lakes for years, causing millions
Rep. Haley Stevens Convenes State and Local Leaders and Stakeholders to Discuss Clean Water and PFAS Removal Efforts
protect the safety of our waterways, our fish, and other natural resources. This is not a partisan issue
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Great Lakes, cormorant populations have wreaked havoc on fish stocks, inflicting millions of dollars in damage
Walberg Introduces Legislation to Protect Fisheries from Cormorants
Great Lakes, cormorant populations have wreaked havoc on fish stocks, inflicting millions of dollars in damage … recreation, and cultural heritage," said Rep. Walberg. "Recreational fishing across the Great Lakes generates $5.1 billion in economic
Rep. Scholten Announces $11 Million for Lower Grand River Restoration Project
safety, restore aquatic habitats for native Great Lakes fish and mussel species, and enhance river access
Rep. Scholten Publishes Article on Federal Water Protections in Harvard Law School Journal of Legislation
kids, to the rivers and streams we fish in the beautiful Michigan outdoors. We know that healthy
Reps. Scholten, Levin Introduce Plastic Pellet Free Waters Act
attract harmful bacteria that threaten marine life. Seabirds, fish, and other wildlife often mistake pellets for food, ingesting
Senate Passes Bipartisan Funding Bill with Investments Peters Secured in Great Lakes, Michigan’s Water Infrastructure
invasive species, harmful algal blooms, and loss of fish and wildlife habitats. During his time in the Senate … this bill provides funding for the Fish and Wildlife Service’s Aquatic Invasive Species program, which supports Great
Slotkin Urges Trump Administration to Prioritize Brandon Road Project and Stop Invasive Asian Carp
Great Lakes ecosystem and the region’s fishing industry. “We write to express concern over the administrative review … delays that put the Great Lakes’ ecosystem and fishing industry at risk,” the Senators wrote. “The federal investment
Dingell, Huffman, Beyer Lead Over 80 Congressional Democrats Demanding Trump Withdraw Attack on Endangered Species Act
override science in listing decisions—all while the Fish and Wildlife Service and National Marine Fisheries Service face … urge the National Marine Fisheries Service and the Fish and Wildlife Service to withdraw these proposed rulemakings
Senate Passes Bipartisan Funding Bill with Peters-Led Provisions to Strengthen Michigan Manufacturing, Public Safety, and Great Lakes Protections
continue. National Marine Fisheries Services, Studying PFAS in Fish:The bill recognizes the threat posed by the concentration … PFAS detected in fish tissue. The bill directs NOAA to conduct fish tissue sampling and monitoring of PFAS
Moolenaar Secures More Funding for Michigan Communities
Pentwater Harbor channel, maintaining safe access for boating, fishing, and charter vessels that support local tourism and small
SIGNED INTO LAW: Peters’ Bipartisan Legislation to Bolster Great Lakes Fishery Research and Management
Arbor. “The Great Lakes support a robust fishing industry that helps generate billions of dollars in economic activity
Slotkin Statement on President Trump’s Venezuela Strikes and Ousting of Maduro
killed hundreds of thousands of Americans — not fishing boats full of cocaine or, ultimately, the Venezuelan oil fields
House Passes Bergman-Backed Bill to Delist Gray Wolf
colleagues in sending a letter to U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) Director Brian Nesvik, calling
Dingell, Walberg Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Combat Invasive Great Lakes Mussels
Great Lakes. The Save the Great Lakes Fish Act authorizes $500 million over 10 years for federal agencies … preserving the Great Lakes, not to mention our fishing economy. Whitefish account for more than 80% of Michigan
Walberg, Dingell Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Combat Invasive Great Lakes Mussels
Great Lakes. The Save Great Lakes Fish Act would direct federal agencies to work with the Great Lakes … preserving the Great Lakes, not to mention our fishing economy. Whitefish account for more than 80% of Michigan
Bergman Presses New FWS Director to Delist Gray Wolves
House Members are calling on newly confirmed U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) Director Brian Nesvik to immediately … your confirmation as Director of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS). Your leadership comes at a pivotal
As Co-Chair of Senate Great Lakes Task Force, Peters Introduces Bipartisan Bills to Bolster Great Lakes Fishery Research and Management
Great Lakes Ecosystem and Strengthen Michigan’s Robust Fishing Industry WASHINGTON, DC –U.S. Senator Gary Peters … Great Lakes ecosystem and Michigan’s robust fishing industry. “The Great Lakes are essential to Michigan’s economy
Dingell Leads Michigan Delegation House Democrats in Urging EPA to Maintain Landmark Endangerment Finding
Great Lakes, threatening our $7 billion fishing industry and the surrounding communities that depend on it. Precipitation
Chairwoman McClain’s Legislation to Increase Government Accountability, Improve Benefit Delivery for Workers Passes Committee
puts Washington bureaucrats on notice—no more endless fishing expeditions or unaccountable investigations. Employers should be focused
Dingell Requests Answers About Future of Flat Rock Dam
know, the Huron River is heavily fished by sportsmen for rock bass, sunfish, bluegill, black crappie, white bass … Steelhead, and suckers and carp are also common fish in the river. “Protecting these waters requires balancing restoration
Senator Peters Secures Funding for Great Lakes, Michigan’s Water Infrastructure in Appropriations Bill
invasive species, harmful algal blooms, and loss of fish and wildlife habitats. During his time in the Senate … Great Lakes and Lake Champlain Systems. Great Lakes Fish and Wildlife Restoration:The bill protects funding forThe Great
Chairwoman McClain Applauds Passage of Coast Guard Reauthorization Act, Highlights Key Provision to Strengthen Maritime Law Enforcement
fighting drug smuggling, human trafficking, and illegal fishing, yet until now, they had to hand over the fruits