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New Bill to Recognize Legal Rights of All Water Bodies in New York State

New York State Rep. Burke recently introduced the Great Lakes and State Waters Bill of Rights.

Going to the beach? Check the water quality
Nearly half of Great Lakes beachgoers rarely or never check water quality before swimming, according to a new study by researchers at Toronto Metropolitan University.
Bad River tribe, groups sue over waterway crossing approvals for Enbridge’s Line 5 reroute
The Bad River tribe and environmental groups are again suing the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources over decisions that allow work to move forward on Enbridge’s Line 5 reroute at four waterway crossings.
Canada celebrates Gordie Howe bridge opening — without Michigan
Canadian officials celebrated the opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge, honoring the Detroit Red Wings legend and marking the completion of a project more than two decades in the making.