Lake Champlain Program Reauthorization: New Foundation and Funding for Water Protection
This Act establishes the Patrick Leahy Lake Champlain Basin Program Foundation to manage funds and coordinate efforts for water protection, ecosystem restoration, and climate change response in the Lake Champlain Basin. The legislation authorizes $45 million annually for fiscal years 2025 through 2034 for transfer to the Foundation and an additional $10 million annually for grants during the same period.
Key points
Establishment of the Patrick Leahy Lake Champlain Basin Program Foundation as a charitable and nonprofit corporation to support the implementation of the lake protection plan.
Authorization of appropriations: $45 million annually (fiscal years 2025-2034) for the Foundation and $10 million annually for grant assistance.
Mandate for a comprehensive plan covering pollution prevention, ecosystem protection, and climate change response, requiring public engagement.
Definition of the Steering Committee membership, including representatives from New York and Vermont state agencies, local governments, and optionally, the Province of Quebec.
Status:
Expired
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