It was agreed, — That the analysts retained by the Committee be tasked with preparing a draft version of the Committee’s report to the House regarding the study on aquatic invasive species that pose a threat to the Great Lakes system, with recommendations including, but not limited to, the following:
That the Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO) network with international partners to determine best practices for the management of aquatic invasive species;
That the Canadian Government encourage the American Government to continue and expand their various efforts to restrict the spread of aquatic invasive species, especially Asian carps, into Canada;
That DFO develop a long-term framework and funding strategy for aquatic invasive species;
That the Government of Canada coordinate with provincial partners to increase enforcement on the illegal live trade of invasive species, such as Asian carps and Northern snakehead;
That DFO support the development of new methods to manage sea lamprey;
That the Government of Canada consider the implementation of a hull fouling policy; and
That the analysts provide a confidential, draft numbered report to the Committee for consideration no later than January 31, 2013.