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Story

Going to the Beach this Summer? Look Before You Dive In!

Bacterial contamination can close beaches across Great Lakes. Some pollution sources are getting worse, but digital monitoring tools are getting better. Learn how you can stay safe.

6/18/25

Nancy Stoner

Story

Cutting Science Funding in the Great Lakes Means More Risk to All of Us

New federal budget cuts will impact Great Lakes protections. Congress must protect vital NOAA programs to protect public health and the environment.

5/2/25

Nancy Stoner

Testimony

Testimony to U.S. EPA: Not Another WOTUS Rulemaking

"Another waters of the US rulemaking would be counterproductive. It would lead to more confusion, not clarity."

5/1/25

Nancy Stoner

Story

Protecting the Waters of the United States

Make no mistake: this move by the EPA is designed to weaken protections, not strengthen them.

4/17/25

Nancy Stoner