September 18, 2026 — The U.S. House of Representatives Natural Resources Committee advanced legislation establishing new regional frameworks for killing cormorants, voracious birds that consume vast quantities of fish.
According to bill sponsor U.S. Representative Tim Walberg, out of control cormorant populations have had a devastating impact on Great Lakes fisheries, and a new approach is needed to reduce their numbers.
May 26, 2026 — U.S. Representative Tim Walberg (R-Michigan) and U.S. Representative Sarah Elfreth (D-Maryland) have partnered on a new bill to improve state and federal responses to aquatic invasive species.
“The strength of Michigan’s economy is directly tied to the long-term health of the Great Lakes, and as stewards of the Great Lakes, we bear the responsibility of preserving their well-being for future generations,” Walberg said. “This vital legislation will streamline coordination and prioritize prevention and rapid response, so we can better protect fisheries and outdoor recreation economies. We must ensure the Great Lakes and waterways across the country remain protected from the ecological and economic threats posed by aquatic invasive species.”