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119th Congress
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SENATES. 4573· 119th Congress

Coordinate Great Lakes restoration efforts

Regional Great Lakes Partnership Act of 2026

Sponsor
Gary Peters (D-MI)
Introduced
May 19, 2026
Last Action
May 19, 2026
Passage
20%
Introduced
May 19, 2026
2
Committee
3
Floor Vote
4
Both Chambers
5
Enacted
01 — The Text

What.

  • Strengthens regional coordination to protect and restore the Great Lakes.
  • Supports partnerships among states, tribes, and federal agencies.
02 — The Stakes

So what?

  • Aims to improve water quality and the regional economy.
  • Affects the millions who rely on the Great Lakes for water, jobs, and recreation.
03 — The Path

Now what?

  • Referred to the Senate Commerce Committee.
  • Early stage in the legislative process.
Legislative History

Actions.

  • May 19, 2026Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
  • May 19, 2026Introduced in Senate