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Great Lakes Protection: New Support for Farmers to Combat Pollution.

This act establishes a support program for farmers in the Great Lakes region to reduce water pollution from agricultural activities. Citizens can expect improved drinking water quality and a healthier natural environment, thanks to education and technical assistance for farmers and verification programs for their practices.
Key points
The program provides grants to Great Lakes states for farmer education and technical assistance on preventing water pollution.
Priority is given to farmers who voluntarily participate in verification programs, potentially leading to cleaner water and a healthier environment.
Funding of $5 million is allocated for fiscal year 2023, increasing in subsequent years up to $7 million in 2026.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_7663
Sponsor: Rep. Walberg, Tim [R-MI-7]
Process start date: 2022-05-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Great Lakes Agricultural Stewardship Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7663.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-05-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The program provides grants to Great Lakes states for farmer education and technical assistance on preventing water pollution.
  • Priority is given to farmers who voluntarily participate in verification programs, potentially leading to cleaner water and a healthier environment.
  • Funding of $5 million is allocated for fiscal year 2023, increasing in subsequent years up to $7 million in 2026.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Walberg, Tim [R-MI-7].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Conservation and Forestry.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

CATEGORIES

Environment Agriculture