Baldwin Introduces MRRRI Act to Restore and Protect the Mississippi River


Baldwin Introduces MRRRI Act to Restore and Protect the Mississippi River
4 August 2026 - US Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) introduced the Mississippi River Restoration and Resilience Initiative (MRRRI) Act, legislation to restore and protect the Mississippi River corridor amid growing threats that put this vital waterway and the economy that depends on it at risk. The legislation creates a collaborative initiative to coordinate efforts and invest in building resilience to flooding and storms, improving water quality, restoring wildlife habitat, and stopping the spread of aquatic invasive species. MRRRI is modeled around the successful and broadly supported Great Lakes Restoration Initiative that coordinates across states and sectors to clean up toxic contaminants, control harmful and invasive aquatic species, restore habitats, and leverage investments for economic activity. “The Mississippi River is essential to Wisconsin’s economy and way of life—from moving Made in Wisconsin products to market, to supporting fishing, boating, and other outdoor recreation, to providing fresh drinking water for millions of families,” said Senator Baldwin. “As communities along the river face more frequent flooding and worsening pollution, we must confront these challenges head-on while also making the long-term investments needed to prepare for those ahead. Investing in the Mighty Mississippi is an investment in our economy, the great outdoors, and the next generation of Wisconsinites.”... ...MRRRI will fund community-driven projects to restore and protect the Mississippi River and build resilience for the communities who depend upon it. A regularly updated action plan, developed with public input, will guide the implementation of the MRRRI and the use of federal funds to: Improve water quality to protect drinking water, wildlife, and river-dependent industries by reducing runoff pollution. Reduce flood and storm risks and increase community resilience through natural infrastructure solutions and ecologically sound management. Protect and restore wildlife habitat, including by preventing the spread of aquatic invasive species. Improve communication and partnership activities related to the focus areas listed above. Monitor, collect, and evaluate scientific data to assess the focus areas listed above. Full text of the bill is available here. ...more Ken Notes: While not a political publication or organization "Friends" would like to thank those bringing this initiative forward.
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4 August 2026 - US Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) introduced the Mississippi River Restoration and Resilience Initiative (MRRRI) Act, legislation to restore and protect the Mississippi River corridor amid growing threats that put this vital waterway and the economy that depends on it at risk. The legislation creates a collaborative initiative to coordinate efforts and invest in building resilience to flooding and storms, improving water quality, restoring wildlife habitat, and stopping the spread of aquatic invasive species. MRRRI is modeled around the successful and broadly supported Great Lakes Restoration Initiative that coordinates across states and sectors to clean up toxic contaminants, control harmful and invasive aquatic species, restore habitats, and leverage investments for economic activity.

“The Mississippi River is essential to Wisconsin’s economy and way of life—from moving Made in Wisconsin products to market, to supporting fishing, boating, and other outdoor recreation, to providing fresh drinking water for millions of families,” said Senator Baldwin. “As communities along the river face more frequent flooding and worsening pollution, we must confront these challenges head-on while also making the long-term investments needed to prepare for those ahead. Investing in the Mighty Mississippi is an investment in our economy, the great outdoors, and the next generation of Wisconsinites.”...

...MRRRI will fund community-driven projects to restore and protect the Mississippi River and build resilience for the communities who depend upon it. A regularly updated action plan, developed with public input, will guide the implementation of the MRRRI and the use of federal funds to:

Improve water quality to protect drinking water, wildlife, and river-dependent industries by reducing runoff pollution.
Reduce flood and storm risks and increase community resilience through natural infrastructure solutions and ecologically sound management.
Protect and restore wildlife habitat, including by preventing the spread of aquatic invasive species.
Improve communication and partnership activities related to the focus areas listed above.
Monitor, collect, and evaluate scientific data to assess the focus areas listed above.

Full text of the bill is available here.

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Baldwin Introduces MRRRI Act to Restore and Protect the Mississippi River

Full text of the bill is available here.

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