Great Lakes Fish and Wildlife Restoration Act

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is requesting proposals for research, restoration, and Regional Project proposals to restore the Great Lakes Basin fish and wildlife resources. The purpose of the Great Lakes Fish and Wildlife Restoration Act is to provide assistance to States, Indian Tribes, and other interested entities to encourage cooperative conservation, restoration, and management of the fish and wildlife resources and their habitats in the Great Lakes Basin. The available funding for this fiscal year is approximately $1.38 million. The project period is typically 1 to 4 years. • The proposal must clearly indicate the U.S. Fish and Wildlife staff person who will serve as the project manager. • Non-federal match may be provided during the 2-year period preceding January 1 of the year in which the Service receives the restoration and/or research pre-proposal or Regional Project proposal. • The appraised value of land or a conservation easement and costs associated with securing a conservation easement are allowable sources of non-federal match. • Regional Projects selected shall be exempt from cost sharing or partner match if the USFWS Midwest Region Director determines the authorization for the project does not require a non-Federal cost-share.