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Protecting Great Lakes: Opposing Nuclear Waste Storage in Canada

The U.S. Senate expresses opposition to Canada's plans for permanent nuclear waste storage in the Great Lakes Basin. The aim is to protect drinking water for millions and the environment, ensuring the President and Secretary of State work with Canada to find a safe solution that does not threaten the lakes.
Key points
The Great Lakes are a vital source of drinking water for over 40 million people in the U.S. and Canada.
A proposed nuclear waste repository in Canada, near Lake Huron, poses a significant environmental and health risk if a spill occurs.
The U.S. Senate urges the President and Secretary of State to take diplomatic action to prevent the repository's construction and find safe alternatives.
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Print number: 117_SRES_514
Sponsor: Sen. Stabenow, Debbie [D-MI]
Process start date: 2022-02-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the President and the Secretary of State should ensure that the Government of Canada does not permanently store nuclear waste in the Great Lakes Basin.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_SRES_514.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-02-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Great Lakes are a vital source of drinking water for over 40 million people in the U.S. and Canada.
  • A proposed nuclear waste repository in Canada, near Lake Huron, poses a significant environmental and health risk if a spill occurs.
  • The U.S. Senate urges the President and Secretary of State to take diplomatic action to prevent the repository's construction and find safe alternatives.
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 Sen. Stabenow, Debbie [D-MI].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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