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Lake Champlain Protection: New Funding and Plan for Clean Water

This act reauthorizes the Lake Champlain protection program, providing funds for initiatives aimed at improving water quality, protecting ecosystems, and combating climate change. Citizens can expect cleaner water, healthier fish, and better recreational access, thanks to coordinated efforts by authorities and organizations.
Key points
Securing $50 million annually until 2033 for Lake Champlain protection, ensuring long-term support for environmental initiatives.
Establishing the Lake Champlain Basin Program Foundation to manage funds and support lake protection projects, increasing the efficiency of efforts.
Strengthening cooperation between New York and Vermont, and with Canada, for comprehensive protection of the lake and its basin.
Implementing a pollution prevention, ecosystem protection, and climate change response plan, to be updated every 5-10 years, ensuring continuous adaptation to needs.
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Print number: 117_HR_8138
Sponsor: Rep. Welch, Peter [D-VT-At Large]
Process start date: 2022-06-16
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Lake Champlain Basin Program Reauthorization Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_8138.

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 2022-06-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Securing $50 million annually until 2033 for Lake Champlain protection, ensuring long-term support for environmental initiatives.
  • Establishing the Lake Champlain Basin Program Foundation to manage funds and support lake protection projects, increasing the efficiency of efforts.
  • Strengthening cooperation between New York and Vermont, and with Canada, for comprehensive protection of the lake and its basin.
  • Implementing a pollution prevention, ecosystem protection, and climate change response plan, to be updated every 5-10 years, ensuring continuous adaptation to needs.
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. Welch, Peter [D-VT-At Large].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.

Is this summary verified?

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

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