Golden Mussel Eradication and Control Act of 2026
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To President
- Became Law
Overview
This bill, the Golden Mussel Eradication and Control Act of 2026, aims to combat the spread of the golden mussel, an invasive species, by establishing a demonstration program and a research grant program. The program will focus on research, monitoring, control methods, and education, initially targeting the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta and potentially other infested areas. It seeks to develop strategies for preventing, detecting, and eradicating the mussel, including inspections and technical assistance to local entities.
Key provisions
- Establishes a demonstration program to research and develop control methods for golden mussels.
- Creates a grant program to fund projects focused on identifying and implementing technologies to control golden mussels.
- Requires the Task Force to develop guidelines for controlling the spread and eradication of golden mussels.
- Directs the Task Force to collect and share information on control and eradication methods.
- Authorizes the Task Force to delegate responsibilities for implementing control plans.
- Provides funding of $15,000,000 per year from 2026-2030 to support the program.
- Specifies areas of focus for research, including the mussel’s biology, environmental impact, and efficacy of control mechanisms.
- Includes provisions for tracking mussel dispersal and establishing early warning systems.
Who is affected
- State and local governments
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