Federal firings and funding freezes

The elections of fall 2024 ushered in an era of significant political change.

We're working to track the impact on the Mississippi River, FMR and our partners, and share updates below and in Mississippi Messages.

Looking for ways to take action — at the local, state and national levels? This is a great time to sign up to be an FMR River Guardian.

Federal firings and funding freezes
An update on federal funding cuts and the river

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August 21, 2025
Some good news for our local national park unit, but MNRRA and federal agencies working for the river still face many challenges. Here's what we're seeing from our partners. Read more
MNRRA visitor center sign
Tell Congress: Hands off Minnesota's national parks

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May 8, 2025
Proposed cuts could harm our local Mississippi River Twin Cities metro park, the Mississippi National River and Recreation Area, and hundreds of beloved national parks. Sign the action alert and tell Congress to get off the sidelines. Read more
Students gather around a ranger on a boat on the Mississippi River
Federal firings, freezes and FMR: A note from our executive director

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March 7, 2025
What impacts will federal actions have on our work and on the Mississippi River? Here's what we know so far. Read more
Minneapolis' Nicollet Island and the Mississippi River
On the national level...

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February 20, 2025
A lot is happening in D.C. Here's a quick word to our supporters, originally published in our e-newsletter, Mississippi Messages. Read more
What the new political landscape means for the Mississippi River

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December 10, 2024
Razor-thin margins, a red tide and plenty of uncertainty. How the 2024 election results impact FMR's 2025 policy goals in the year ahead. Read more
High waters along the tree-lined banks of the Mississippi River in St. Paul
Preparing for what's to come: A message from our executive director

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November 8, 2024
What will the election mean for our air, waters and lands? Here's what we're thinking about and what we already know. Read more
Snowy icy river with bare trees on riverbanks

Upcoming Events

FMR Executive Director Whitney Clark guest beertends
Wednesday, August 27, 2025 - 5:00pm to 7:00pm
Wabasha Taproom, St. Paul
Educators: Bring FMR to your students
This school year
In your classroom or outside
A toast to FMR: Wabasha's 'Neighbor on Tap'
Throughout August 2025
Wabasha Taproom, St. Paul

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