Update on Legislation

Representative John Edwards introducing legislation to keep new aquaculture farms 1,000 ft. from shore on the Sakonnet River.

March 20, 2023

Dear Save Seapowet Supporters,

Thank you to all who sent emails to the Senate and House committees on bills S. 198 and H. 5037. Special thanks to our community members who testified in person at the Senate and House committees telling your stories and explaining why we need legislation like this to protect heavily used public areas on the Sakonnet like the waters around the Seapowet Marsh Wildlife Management Area. Representative Lauren Carson, District 75, captures the concept simply:

The Tiverton Town Council passed a resolution in support of both bills. You can watch the proceedings at this link. Thank you to the Town of Tiverton for working to preserve this invaluable public resource for all.

We are grateful for the leadership of Representative Edwards and Senator DiPalma along with co-sponsors Reps. Abney, Cortvriend and Senator Felag, for their recognition of the need for better oversight on the CRMC aquaculture application process. For more information on this legislation check out the FAQ section of saveseapowet.org.

Thank you for your support and advocacy.

Save Seapowet!