Kaptur applauds Canada’s investment to fight Asian carp

Washington, D.C. — Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09), Co-Chair of the House Great Lakes Task Force, released the following statement regarding news that Canada would invest an estimated $16 million (USD) to expand its program to combat Asian Carp:

"This investment is welcome news to everyone in our Great Lakes Heartland who is committed to protecting our Lakes," said Kaptur. "I know from conversations I have had with Canadian officials that they are equally committed to protecting our Lakes and keeping the carp out. Let's hope the Trump Administration takes notice of Canada's commitment and we can get full funding for the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative in 2018 and beyond, and quick action on the Brandon Road Study's recommendations to stop this harmful invasive species from devastating our Great Lakes."

Kaptur recently sent comments to the Administration as they consider action on the Brandon Road Study and has been a leader in the House in efforts to pressure the Administration to act in an expedited manner to keep the Asian carp out of the Great Lakes.