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Emily Mertz, Press Secretary Intern
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STATEHOUSE (March 26, 2025) — A bill authored by State Sen. Sue Glick (R-LaGrange) that would allow funds from the Clean Water Indiana Fund to be used to manage invasive plant species recently passed the House of Representatives with bipartisan support.
Senate Enrolled Act 211 would broaden the scope of conservation efforts under the Clean Water Indiana Fund to specifically address challenges related to invasive plant species and ensure funds are available to address this critical environmental issue. Local soil and water conservation boards would now be able to allocate funds, when available, as need arises.
"Invasive plants pose a large threat to Indiana's native vegetation and waterways," Glick said. "It is one of my top priorities to ensure our state's natural resources are safe from the harmful impacts of these invasive species. SEA 211 would allow the proper organizations access to funds that will help keep our community's environment healthy, which is crucial for Indiana's future."
The purpose of the fund is to provide financial assistance to soil and water conservation districts, land occupiers and conservation groups. It also aims to reduce nonpoint sources of water pollution through education, technical assistance, training, cost-sharing programs and, under SEA 211, would explicitly include managing invasive plant species.
SEA 211 now moves to the governor's desk for final consideration.
Glick encourages residents of Senate District 13 to contact her with any questions or comments they may have. Glick can be reached by filling out a "Contact Me" form online at www.IndianaSenateRepublicans.com/Glick or by phone at 800-382-9467.
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State Sen. Sue Glick (R-LaGrange) represents Senate District 13,
which includes LaGrange, Noble and Steuben counties and a portion of DeKalb County.
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