Great Lakes Legacy Act

Funding Priorities

Under the Act, priority is given to the following projects:

Remedial action for contaminated sediment;
Projects that have been identified in a Remedial Action Plan;
Projects that are ready to be implemented;
Projects that will use an innovative approach, technology, or technique that may provide greater environmental benefits, or equivalent environmental benefits at a reduced cost; or
Projects that include remediation to be commenced not later than one year after the date of receipt of funds.