Maryland Whole Watershed Program Federal Partnership Act
To authorize the Chesapeake Bay Program Office to serve as a member of certain State watershed programs, and for other purposes.
This bill, known as the Maryland Whole Watershed Program Federal Partnership Act, aims to authorize the Chesapeake Bay Program Office to participate as a member in certain state watershed programs. By allowing this collaboration, the bill seeks to enhance environmental protection and management efforts, particularly around the Chesapeake Bay.
The bill would primarily affect environmental organizations, state and local government agencies involved in watershed management, and communities within the affected watersheds. By enabling the Chesapeake Bay Program Office to collaborate more closely with state programs, it hopes to create more cohesive and effective strategies for water quality improvement and environmental protection.
The bill was introduced on March 4, 2026, and has been referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It was then referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment on March 5, 2026. Currently, it is in the early stages of the legislative process.
