The Latest from the Coalition
On this page you can find the latest news from the Coalition, including stories of restoration successes, profiles of ongoing clean water issues, policy updates, and press releases.
Coalition to Senators Regarding America’s Water Infrastructure Act
The Healing Our Waters-Great Lakes Coalition thanks Senators for introducing S. 2800, the bi-partisan America’s Water Infrastructure Act of 2018.
Rep. Bishop Introduces Resolution Designating Week of Memorial Day as ‘Great Lakes Week’
Congressman Mike Bishop wants to designate the week of Memorial Day as “Great Lakes Week” to highlight the importance of the Great Lakes and promote conservation efforts.
Senators to Subcommittee on the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Regarding Drinking Water Priorities
Senators urge the Senate Subcommittee on Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies to support funding for various drinking water priorities.
Senators to Subcommittee Regarding the Clean Water and Drinking Water State Revolving Funds
Senators ask Senate Subcommittee on Interior Appropriations to support the Clean Water and the Drinking Water State Revolving Funds in Fiscal Year 2019.
Senators to Subcommittee Regarding the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative
Senators ask Senate Appropriators to support full funding for the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative at $300 million in Fiscal Year 2019.
Coalition to U.S. Senators Regarding Vessel Incidental Discharge Act
The Coalition asks Senators to oppose the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2017, if it includes the Vessel Incidental Discharge Act.
Senators Request Full Funding for Great Lakes Restoration Initiative
Today U.S. Senators from Great Lakes states urged colleagues in the U.S. Congress to maintain funding for the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative.
Restoring Wetlands in Michigan Provides Home for Wildlife
Restoring wetlands at Maankiki Marsh in Michigan helped reduce flooding, improve water quality, and boost outdoor recreation opportunities.