Mississippi River Restoration: Cleaner Water, Flood Protection, Wildlife Revival.
This act establishes a program to protect and restore the Mississippi River, leading to cleaner drinking water for millions, reduced flood risks, and improved wildlife habitats. The initiative will focus on pollution reduction, habitat restoration, and invasive species control, prioritizing communities most affected by the river's degradation.
Key points
Clean Water: Actions to reduce pollution and improve drinking water quality for over 20 million people.
Flood Protection: Restoration of floodplains and wetlands to minimize flood and storm risks.
Community Support: Projects will prioritize rural, economically disadvantaged, and communities of color disproportionately harmed by river degradation.
Job Creation: Investments in river restoration can create new employment opportunities and economic development in the region.
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