Tammy Baldwin: “NOAA plays a major role in protecting the [Great] Lakes…”

“Dr. Jacobs, the great Lakes are a vital resource not just for industry, but for the 40 million people who rely on them for their drinking water. NOAA plays a major role in protecting the [Great] Lakes alongside its federal, state, tribal and local partners. from invasive species, species from flooding and harmful algal blooms. If confirmed, will you work to on restoring and fully funding coastal programs that most impact our Great Lakes, including …” (03:04–03:12)

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