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The Northwest Straits Bill
Northwest Straits marine conservation gets new life
Northwest Straits Marine Conservation Initiative Reauthorization Act of 2025
Good for everyday people ·
This bill would keep a program going that helps protect the ocean and its animals in the Northwest Straits, which is good for everyone.
Our take
What we think, in plain words.
This bill would keep a good program running that helps take care of the ocean and its animals in the Northwest Straits. This program works to protect important places where fish live and keeps the water clean. If this bill passes, it means the work to save our marine life and keep our coasts healthy will continue. If it does not pass, this important work might stop, which could hurt the environment and people who rely on it. This is a chance to make sure our natural treasures are protected for years to come.
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The facts
What the bill actually says, no spin.
- It would continue a program that protects ocean resources in the Northwest Straits.
- The bill is called the Northwest Straits Marine Conservation Initiative Reauthorization Act of 2025.
- It passed one part of Congress with many votes and is now being looked at by the other part.
How they voted
The actual floor vote, and who broke from their own party.
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- Paul Gosar (R): voted against it, crossing most Republicans
- Andy Harris (R): voted against it, crossing most Republicans
- Thomas Massie (R): voted against it, crossing most Republicans
- Scott Perry (R): voted against it, crossing most Republicans
- Brian Babin (R): voted against it, crossing most Republicans
- Andy Biggs (R): voted against it, crossing most Republicans
- Clay Higgins (R): voted against it, crossing most Republicans
- Michael Cloud (R): voted against it, crossing most Republicans
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