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House Passes Dingell, Moolenaar Provision Supporting Great Lakes Fisheries Research
Washington, DC,
July 18, 2018
The House of Representatives passed a bipartisan amendment by Representatives Debbie Dingell (MI-12) and John Moolenaar (MI-4) that supports the Great Lakes Science Center as a part of the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) Fisheries Program. The amendment was added to a federal government spending bill for the Department of the Interior. “We need more research to protect important ecosystems, like the Great Lakes, from invasive species and better understand how to conserve and protect important fishery resources,” said Dingell. “It is critical we maintain funding to continue USGS research and to enhance exploration in cutting-edge technologies to support fisheries management, native preyfish restoration, and invasive species control, as is being done at the Great Lakes Science Center.” “The Great Lakes are a vital part of Michigan’s outdoor heritage and this funding will support smart conservation of our fisheries so Michiganders can enjoy fishing on the Great Lakes for years to come,” said Moolenaar, a member of the House Appropriations Committee. Video of Dingell speaking on the House Floor about the amendment is available here. ### |