Legislative Updates

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Legislative Updates
Clean Transportation Standard: Lower emissions for MN’s transportation and ag sectors
November 10, 2023
To protect the Mississippi River from the worst of climate change, it’s imperative we find a way to significantly cut emissions from transportation and agriculture. Read more
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Proposed federal river initiative in the news from headwaters to the gulf
May 16, 2022

As the story of the Mississippi as one of "America's Most Endangered Rivers" spread, dozens of journalists shined a spotlight on a potential solution: a proposed federal program to fund Mississippi River restoration and resilience projects from the headwaters to the gulf. >>

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Changing climate, changing river
January 10, 2022
How will climate change affect our river, and what can we do about it? Read more
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Action Alert: Support the Mississippi River Restoration & Resilience Initiative (MRRRI)
September 3, 2021

One of FMR's top priorities is the passage of the MRRRI Act in Congress. Please take a few minutes to ask your U.S. Senators and Representatives to protect and restore the Mississippi River for generations to come. >>

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MDA unveils latest recipients of clean-water crops grants
June 13, 2024
These local businesses and organizations are getting an important financial boost as they work to support clean-water crops. Read more
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A win for clean drinking water: Petition propels action on nitrate contamination in SE MN
June 13, 2024
These collective investments are a laudable first step, but there's more to be done to address the root cause of nitrate pollution in the state. Read more
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How FMR's priorities for the Mississippi River fared this session
May 22, 2024
We found success by looking for opportunities to move things forward in ways we maybe hadn’t considered from the outset. Read more
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Upcoming Events

Partner event: Hastings' Party in the Park
Tuesday, July 30, 2024 - 5:30pm to 8:00pm
Rotary Pavilion at Levee Park, Hastings
Mississippi River Gorge paddle and cleanup [FULL]
Saturday, August 3, 2024 - 9:00am to 2:00pm
Mississippi River Gorge, Minneapolis
[RESCHEDULED] Partner event — Spirit of Water: A Celebration with Mississippi River
New date: Saturday, August 10, 2024 at 5 p.m.
Hidden Falls Regional Park, St. Paul

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