State Rep. Greg Markkanen today welcomed President Donald Trump’s recently stated financial support of the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative, a program of vital importance to the Upper Peninsula.

During a rally in Grand Rapids last week, President Trump pledged to fully fund the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative at $300 million in the federal Fiscal Year 2020 budget.

“This important program protects against invasive species, helps ensure fish are safe to eat, and that our water is safe for drinking and recreation,” said Markkanen, of Hancock. “It helps protect our Upper Peninsula economy and our way of life. The Great Lakes Restoration Initiative is certainly worthy of this support.”

Markkanen also applauded the efforts of U.S. Congressman Jack Bergman and the rest of the Michigan Congressional delegation for seeking full funding for the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative.

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