Will remain committed to preserving the health of the Great Lakes for future generations.

Tim Walberg · Michigan · Republican

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I am dedicated to advancing efforts to address the threats facing the Great Lakes.

Walberg commits to advancing efforts to address threats facing the Great Lakes, consistent with his broader commitment to protect Great Lakes health.

DHS Funding Update | Congressman Tim Walberg
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"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," said Rep. Walberg. "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."

Walberg reaffirmed his commitment to protecting the Great Lakes by backing legislation aimed at preventing and rapidly responding to aquatic invasive species.

Walberg, Elfreth Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Protect Against Aquatic Invasive Species | Congressman Tim Walberg
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Evidence

Rep. Tim Walberg and Rep. Sarah Elfreth introduced the Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Control and Prevention Act, saying it would modernize federal AIS authorities to better prevent, control, and eradicate aquatic invasive species. Walberg stated, '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.'

Direct, recent evidence that Walberg is actively pursuing Great Lakes protection legislation and explicitly frames it as preserving the Great Lakes for future generations.

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Walberg, Elfreth Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Protect Against Aquatic Invasive Species | Congressman Tim Walberg
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Walberg’s Great Lakes issue page says he 'remain[s] committed to working with my colleagues in a bipartisan fashion to advance and protect the Great Lakes, ensuring they can be enjoyed by future generations.'

Official issue-page statement showing the commitment remains publicly maintained and ongoing in the current term.

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Local Issues | Congressman Tim Walberg
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The homepage’s latest news section highlights the May 19, 2026 introduction of the Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Control and Prevention Act and notes that it would better protect Great Lakes waterways from invasive species.

Current office website confirms the Great Lakes-protection agenda is still being advanced during the lookback window.

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Congressman Tim Walberg |
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GovInfo records that Tim Walberg cosponsored H.R. 1917, the Great Lakes Mass Marking Program Act, which was reported in House and referred to the Committee of the Whole House on the State of the Union.

Earlier-term official congressional evidence of concrete legislative effort tied to Great Lakes health, though outside the 30-day lookback window.

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H.R. 1917 (RH) - Great Lakes Mass Marking Program Act of 2025 - GovInfo
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The Clerk’s vote page shows House action on the Great Lakes Mass Marking Program Act, indicating the measure advanced through the chamber.

Official House procedural evidence that Great Lakes-related legislation Walberg supported moved forward, but not final enactment.

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Office of the Clerk, U.S. House of Representatives
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Assessments

partial same_term A for effort

The promise is broad and ongoing rather than a clearly measurable end-state. Evidence shows Walberg has remained actively engaged in Great Lakes protection during the current term, including introducing the Aquatic Invasive Species Control and Prevention Act and cosponsoring the Great Lakes Mass Marking Program Act. Those actions materially support the pledge to remain committed to preserving Great Lakes health. However, the record provided does not show a completed, enacted outcome that would justify full delivery; it shows continued advocacy and legislative effort with measures advancing but not clearly becoming law. Because he is demonstrably pursuing the promise but the ultimate policy results are still incomplete, partial credit is the best fit.

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