A resolution raising awareness of lake sturgeon.

This Senate resolution describes lake sturgeon, a large, long-living freshwater fish found in the Great Lakes, the Northeastern United States, and Southeastern Canada, and notes that its population has declined from overfishing, invasive species, and habitat loss. The resolution encourages continued work among Federal, State, Tribal, and other partners, and with Canada, to manage and increase lake sturgeon populations. It also encourages efforts to protect and restore sturgeon habitat, control invasive species, raise public awareness, and teach anglers how to handle lake sturgeon if caught. The resolution does not create new laws or funding.

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Sponsors

• Peter Welch Democrat sponsor
• 1 cosponsors