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Great Lakes Funding at Risk | Green Bay News
Lawmakers race against a September 30 deadline to reauthorize the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative, a vital $4.7 billion program since 2010 that’s cleaned polluted waterways and restored habitats across the region. With standalone bills failing, it’s now bundled into larger water legislation—with the House proposing $500 million annually through 2031 and the Senate offering $475 million until 2030. Despite differing numbers, bipartisan support remains strong, driven by tangible results felt from Milwaukee to rural communities. Officials are optimistic, but time is short: getting this…
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