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Press ReleaseBipartisan2026-09-28

Protecting the Great Lakes

Tom Barrett
Tom Barrett
RMI-7 · Representative
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This press release from Representative Tom Barrett (R-MI) was published on 2026-09-28 and titled "Protecting the Great Lakes".

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Protecting the Great Lakes

Protecting the Great Lakes The Great Lakes are essential to Michigan’s communities, economy, and environment. Protecting these waters means protecting a resource that millions of people across the region rely on every day. That’s why I joined a bipartisan group of colleagues from Michigan and Ohio to introduce the Regional Great Lakes Partnership Act, legislation that will strengthen federal support for Great Lakes research and conservation efforts. jeffrey.fix@ma… Mon, 09/28/2026 - 13:47 September 28, 2026
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