Capital District Times

East Greenbush, N.Y. - Congresswoman Elise Stefanik has announced the successful allocation of $50 million in funding for the Great Lakes Fishery Commission dedicated to the preservation and protection of Lake Champlain in the North Country.

Stefanik expressed her satisfaction with the achievement, stating, “I am proud to announce that I secured $50 million in funding for the Great Lakes Fishery Commission through this year’s appropriations process. These funds will be used for fishery restoration, to combat invasive species such as the sea lamprey, protect Lake Champlain’s biodiversity, and strengthen our local economy.”

Acknowledging the significance of Lake Champlain as a vital water resource providing food, drinking water, and recreational opportunities to the residents of New York, Vermont, and Quebec, Ethan Baker, Vice-chair of the Great Lakes Fishery Commission, extended gratitude towards Congresswoman Stefanik for her unwavering dedication to the preservation and enhancement of Lake Champlain. Baker expressed the Commission's enthusiasm to collaborate with Stefanik both presently and in the future to further emphasize efforts on the New York side of Lake Champlain.

The funding secured by Stefanik is poised to support critical initiatives aimed at safeguarding the ecosystem of Lake Champlain and bolstering the region's economy. This investment underscores the ongoing commitment to the conservation and sustainable management of this essential natural resource.

The official announcement and details of the funding allocation can be accessed through the following link: [Permalink](https://stefanik.house.gov/2024/4/stefanik-secures-millions-for-the-great-lakes-fishery-commission-to-preserve-lake-champlain)