Statement
of U.S. Senator Russ Feingold
On Congressional Passage of the Great Lakes Compact
September 23, 2008
“The Great
Lakes Compact is critically important for Wisconsin. Last year we saw
the Great Lakes reach historic low water levels, which impacts Wisconsin
commercially and environmentally. The passage of the Great Lakes Compact
means these incredible natural resources will be defended against increased
water withdrawals, one of the biggest threats to lake levels. I was
proud to chair a key hearing in the Senate on the Compact in July, and
to work with my colleagues from Wisconsin and other Great Lakes states
to pass the Compact just days later. Now I’m very pleased that
the House has passed the Compact as well. The Compact now goes to the
President for his signature, and I hope he will take immediate action
to ensure that the Great Lakes, which are such a precious resource for
Wisconsin and the nation, get the protection they deserve.”
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