GLRI Act of 2025

S. 528, the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative Act of 2025, would extend federal authorization and funding for the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative through fiscal year 2031. The initiative carries out various programs and projects aimed at protecting and restoring the Great Lakes ecosystem.

If enacted, this bill would provide continued federal support for environmental restoration efforts in the Great Lakes region. This could include projects addressing water quality, invasive species, habitat restoration, and pollution cleanup. The reauthorization would ensure that ongoing restoration work can continue with stable federal funding through 2031.

The bill was introduced in the Senate on February 11, 2025, and is currently under committee consideration. It has not yet been voted on by the full Senate.