Great Lakes Collaboration Implementation Act

The Great Lakes Collaboration Implementation Act is a comprehensive legislative proposal designed to protect and restore the Great Lakes ecosystem by addressing water quality and invasive species. The bill would establish strict national standards for ballast water discharge to prevent the introduction of harmful aquatic species and would authorize significant federal funding for wastewater infrastructure and mercury reduction programs. For citizens, this legislation aims to ensure cleaner drinking water, protect local fishing and recreation industries from invasive pests like Asian carp, and coordinate long-term environmental restoration efforts across the region.