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Michigan lawmakers Rep. Debbie Dingell and Rep. Tim Walberg introduced H.R. 6053, the Save Great Lakes Fish Act of 2025. This bipartisan bill would authorize $500 million over 10 years for the U.S section of the Great Lakes Fishery Commission. More here:
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November 26, 2025 at 12:45 PM
Michigan lawmakers Rep. Debbie Dingell and Rep. Tim Walberg introduced H.R. 6053, the Save Great Lakes Fish Act of 2025. This bipartisan bill would authorize $500 million over 10 years for the U.S section of the Great Lakes Fishery Commission. More here:
Senators Todd Young and Amy Klobuchar led a Senate resolution on the 50th anniversary of the loss of the SS Edmund Fitzgerald recognizing the 29 crew members who died during one of the worst storms ever recorded on the Great Lakes.
The resolution can be found here:
The resolution can be found here:
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November 14, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Senators Todd Young and Amy Klobuchar led a Senate resolution on the 50th anniversary of the loss of the SS Edmund Fitzgerald recognizing the 29 crew members who died during one of the worst storms ever recorded on the Great Lakes.
The resolution can be found here:
The resolution can be found here:
The Senate Subcommittee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation discussed U.S. shipbuilding. China outpaced the U.S. in building large commercial vessels this year, but Wisconsin and other Great Lakes states stand ready to increase production. More here:
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November 9, 2025 at 6:01 PM
The Senate Subcommittee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation discussed U.S. shipbuilding. China outpaced the U.S. in building large commercial vessels this year, but Wisconsin and other Great Lakes states stand ready to increase production. More here:
Enbridge’s Line 5 oil pipeline has been granted a federal permit to re-route the pipeline in northern Wisconsin. The state permits remain held up in Wisconsin courts. More here:
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November 8, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Enbridge’s Line 5 oil pipeline has been granted a federal permit to re-route the pipeline in northern Wisconsin. The state permits remain held up in Wisconsin courts. More here:
The Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works advanced the Great Lakes Fishery Research Reauthorization Act last Wednesday, following progress in the House earlier this year. Read more in a press release here:
Senator Peters’ Legislation to Bolster Great Lakes Fishery Research and Management Passes Committee | U.S. Senator Gary Peters of Michigan
WASHINGTON, DC – Bipartisan legislation introduced by U.S. Senator Gary Peters (MI) to bolster Great...
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November 6, 2025 at 10:01 PM
The Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works advanced the Great Lakes Fishery Research Reauthorization Act last Wednesday, following progress in the House earlier this year. Read more in a press release here:
NEMWI released a report exploring local governments in legacy cities in the northeast-midwest region of the United States. Read the report here:
Northeast-Midwest Insititute » Blog Archive » Report: Legacy Cities Local Governance
The Northeast-Midwest Institute has released a report that explores some defining characteristics and persistent challenges of local governments in the legacy cities of the northeastern and…
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November 5, 2025 at 10:00 PM
NEMWI released a report exploring local governments in legacy cities in the northeast-midwest region of the United States. Read the report here:
NEMWI and the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation will host a briefing on Great Lakes marine sanctuaries on Wednesday, December 17th, from 3:30-4:30 p.m. in Rayburn 2168. RSVP to Diane Dotson at [email protected].
November 4, 2025 at 10:00 PM
NEMWI and the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation will host a briefing on Great Lakes marine sanctuaries on Wednesday, December 17th, from 3:30-4:30 p.m. in Rayburn 2168. RSVP to Diane Dotson at [email protected].
The Senate Environment and Public Works Subcommittee on Chemical Safety, Waste Management, Environmental Justice, and Regulatory Oversight held a hearing on October 23rd. Most of the questions revolved around regulation of chemicals. Read more here:
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Email from Northeast-Midwest Institute Representatives request Great Lakes icebreaker, legislative updates, and the Great Lakes Fishery Reauthorization Act gets a Senate markup. Plus: the Interior RIF
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November 1, 2025 at 6:02 PM
The Senate Environment and Public Works Subcommittee on Chemical Safety, Waste Management, Environmental Justice, and Regulatory Oversight held a hearing on October 23rd. Most of the questions revolved around regulation of chemicals. Read more here:
On October 21, 2025, the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation advanced IOOS and Digital Coast reauthorization bills.
For more updates, find NEMWI’s Great Lakes and Water Policy Legislative Tracker here:
For more updates, find NEMWI’s Great Lakes and Water Policy Legislative Tracker here:
Northeast-Midwest Insititute » Blog Archive » Federal Great Lakes and Water Legislation Tracker, 2025-26
Updated as of October 27th, 2025
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October 31, 2025 at 6:03 PM
On October 21, 2025, the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation advanced IOOS and Digital Coast reauthorization bills.
For more updates, find NEMWI’s Great Lakes and Water Policy Legislative Tracker here:
For more updates, find NEMWI’s Great Lakes and Water Policy Legislative Tracker here:
After previously issuing a TRO in the case, U.S. District Judge Susan Illston has now ordered a preliminary injunction, blocking the Trump administration from firing federal employees during the shutdown. These include employees at the Department of the Interior, mapped below.
October 30, 2025 at 4:00 PM
After previously issuing a TRO in the case, U.S. District Judge Susan Illston has now ordered a preliminary injunction, blocking the Trump administration from firing federal employees during the shutdown. These include employees at the Department of the Interior, mapped below.
Great Lakes Task Force members Rep. Tom Barrett and Rep. Hillary Scholten sent a letter to the OMB Director regarding icebreaker acquisition from Finland.
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Read the letter here: buff.ly/6wM0z55
October 28, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Great Lakes Task Force members Rep. Tom Barrett and Rep. Hillary Scholten sent a letter to the OMB Director regarding icebreaker acquisition from Finland.
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Read the letter here: buff.ly/6wM0z55
A coalition of organizations filed a lawsuit in federal court against the EPA, arguing the agency acted unlawfully when it ended $7 billion in grants intended for low- and moderate-income households. For more coverage, see NEMWI’s EPA Tracker here: buff.ly/ldme5S3
Northeast-Midwest Insititute » Blog Archive » Environmental Protection Agency Tracker
Major changes impacting the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under the Trump administration have prompted NEMWI to develop a tracker to monitor changes in EPA policies and programs concerning…
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October 25, 2025 at 4:03 PM
A coalition of organizations filed a lawsuit in federal court against the EPA, arguing the agency acted unlawfully when it ended $7 billion in grants intended for low- and moderate-income households. For more coverage, see NEMWI’s EPA Tracker here: buff.ly/ldme5S3
The Cleveland Water Alliance hosted a webinar titled “Innovations in Nutrient Mitigation” as part of their series, “The State of HABs Mitigation.” Watch the full webinar here:
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October 24, 2025 at 4:05 PM
The Cleveland Water Alliance hosted a webinar titled “Innovations in Nutrient Mitigation” as part of their series, “The State of HABs Mitigation.” Watch the full webinar here:
The Northeast-Midwest Institute hosted the fifth session of its Great Lakes Primer and Orientation Program on the Clean Water and Drinking Water State Revolving Funds (SRFs) last Thursday. If you missed the briefing, see a recording here:
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October 23, 2025 at 12:03 PM
The Northeast-Midwest Institute hosted the fifth session of its Great Lakes Primer and Orientation Program on the Clean Water and Drinking Water State Revolving Funds (SRFs) last Thursday. If you missed the briefing, see a recording here:
A federal court has stopped the Interior Department from laying off over 2,000 employees, including 108 from the USGS Great Lakes Science Center, 79% of the Center’s staff. More here:
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October 22, 2025 at 7:00 PM
A federal court has stopped the Interior Department from laying off over 2,000 employees, including 108 from the USGS Great Lakes Science Center, 79% of the Center’s staff. More here:
Please welcome Congressman Tom Barrett (MI-07) to the Great Lakes Task Force!
October 21, 2025 at 12:01 PM
Please welcome Congressman Tom Barrett (MI-07) to the Great Lakes Task Force!
NEMWI and the @marinesanctuary will host a briefing on Great Lakes marine sanctuaries on November 6, from 4-5 pm in Rayburn 2168. RSVP to Diane Dotson at [email protected].
October 17, 2025 at 12:30 PM
NEMWI and the @marinesanctuary will host a briefing on Great Lakes marine sanctuaries on November 6, from 4-5 pm in Rayburn 2168. RSVP to Diane Dotson at [email protected].
U.S. Senators Todd Young, Chris Coons, John Cornyn, and John Hickenlooper have reintroduced the Securing Trade and Resources for Advanced Technology, Economic Growth, and International Commerce Minerals Act. Read more on NEMWI’s Critical Minerals Legislation Tracker here: buff.ly/IVEnsW3
October 13, 2025 at 4:45 PM
U.S. Senators Todd Young, Chris Coons, John Cornyn, and John Hickenlooper have reintroduced the Securing Trade and Resources for Advanced Technology, Economic Growth, and International Commerce Minerals Act. Read more on NEMWI’s Critical Minerals Legislation Tracker here: buff.ly/IVEnsW3
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy announced that Muskegon Lake has been officially removed from the list of Great Lakes Areas of Concern, marking the restoration of one of the region's most historically degraded waterways.
October 12, 2025 at 4:02 PM
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy announced that Muskegon Lake has been officially removed from the list of Great Lakes Areas of Concern, marking the restoration of one of the region's most historically degraded waterways.
The Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative hosted an introductory webinar last Wednesday on the Initiative for Resilient Great Lakes Coasts. Learn more about the program here:
Initiative for Resilient Great Lakes Coasts - Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative
THE NEED Development, pollution, and other human activities have led to a loss of Great Lakes habitat, especially along the coasts. Habitat is crucial for a resilient community and local economy.…
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October 11, 2025 at 4:03 PM
The Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative hosted an introductory webinar last Wednesday on the Initiative for Resilient Great Lakes Coasts. Learn more about the program here:
The UCLA School of Law's Emmett Institute on Climate Change and the Environment hosted a webinar on September 29th titled "Up in the Air: Climate Policy Without the Endangerment Finding." Watch the full webinar here: buff.ly/M8CIZXY
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October 10, 2025 at 4:04 PM
The UCLA School of Law's Emmett Institute on Climate Change and the Environment hosted a webinar on September 29th titled "Up in the Air: Climate Policy Without the Endangerment Finding." Watch the full webinar here: buff.ly/M8CIZXY
An Office of Management and Budget draft memo argued that furloughed federal workers are not guaranteed back pay after the shutdown ends. Senate Majority Leader John Thune pushed back, saying that back pay is, “what the law stipulates,” and called the threat a “non-issue.”
October 9, 2025 at 4:01 PM
An Office of Management and Budget draft memo argued that furloughed federal workers are not guaranteed back pay after the shutdown ends. Senate Majority Leader John Thune pushed back, saying that back pay is, “what the law stipulates,” and called the threat a “non-issue.”
The government shutdown continues as neither Senate bill of the two introduced has garnered the 60 votes needed to override a filibuster. Many federal jobs, both essential and non-essential, remain uncertain. Most observers expect the shutdown to last at least another week.
October 8, 2025 at 10:01 PM
The government shutdown continues as neither Senate bill of the two introduced has garnered the 60 votes needed to override a filibuster. Many federal jobs, both essential and non-essential, remain uncertain. Most observers expect the shutdown to last at least another week.
NEMWI will host a virtual Great Lakes Primer on SRFs tomorrow from 1 to 2 pm with speakers from the GLC and state agencies. RSVP here:
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October 8, 2025 at 4:00 PM
NEMWI will host a virtual Great Lakes Primer on SRFs tomorrow from 1 to 2 pm with speakers from the GLC and state agencies. RSVP here:
The Northeast-Midwest Institute updated its Manufacturing Tracker with the SPEED Act, a bipartisan permitting reform bill. Read more here:
Northeast-Midwest Insititute » Blog Archive » Federal Manufacturing Legislation Tracker, 2025-26
Updated as of September 13th, 2025
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October 3, 2025 at 6:37 PM
The Northeast-Midwest Institute updated its Manufacturing Tracker with the SPEED Act, a bipartisan permitting reform bill. Read more here: