More Funds to Combat Aquatic Invasive Species
This act increases funding for combating invasive aquatic plant and animal species, aiming to protect our lakes and rivers. This will lead to healthier aquatic environments, potentially improving drinking water quality and recreational opportunities like fishing and swimming.
Key points
Increased available funds for aquatic invasive species management from $50 million to $75 million.
Extended the deadline for using these funds until 2028.
Expanded the scope of protection to include ecosystems and specific areas like the Lake Erie Basin and Ohio River Basin.
Added new invasive plant species, such as hydrilla, to the list of those to be combated.
Status:
Expired
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