Great Lakes Fishery Research Reauthorization Act

The Great Lakes Fishery Research Reauthorization Act extends federal support for scientific research on the Great Lakes through fiscal year 2030. The law authorizes the U.S. Geological Survey to continue conducting research and monitoring activities that support fisheries management in the Great Lakes Basin, a region shared by the United States and Canada.

The research conducted under this law focuses on several key areas important to the health of Great Lakes fisheries. This includes studying invasive species that threaten native fish populations, assessing the status of fishery resources, and developing biological tools and methods that help fishery managers make informed decisions about managing fish populations and protecting the ecosystem.