Chesapeake Bay Advisory Bill
Official: Maryland Whole Watershed Program Federal Partnership Act of 2026
IntroducedMarch 4, 2026
Why This Matters
This bill lets the Chesapeake Bay Program Office offer advice to state programs that manage watersheds, helping to improve water quality in those areas.
If you live near the Chesapeake Bay, this bill could lead to better water quality in your area.
Affects: State environmental agencies and local communities near the Chesapeake Bay will benefit from this collaboration.
What changes is this bill making?
1. This bill allows the Chesapeake Bay Program Office to join certain state watershed programs. 2. The Chesapeake Bay Program Office will provide advice to help improve water quality. 3. It aims to support local efforts in managing and protecting watersheds. 4. The bill encourages collaboration between state programs and the Chesapeake Bay Program Office.
Who is affected?
State environmental agencies and local communities near the Chesapeake Bay will benefit from this collaboration.