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DemocratBill · H.R. 7788· House(119-HR-7788)

Maryland Whole Watershed Program Federal Partnership Act

Rep. Elfreth
Age: 38 years
Maryland
Introduced
3/4/2026
Last activity
3/5/2026 — Referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.
Sponsored by
Sarah Elfreth
Cosponsors
Democrat - 4Republican - 0
Environmental Protection
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill, titled the ``Maryland Whole Watershed Program Federal Partnership Act'', aims to authorize the Chesapeake Bay Program Office to take on a specific role. It allows the office to serve as an advisory member for the State Management Team of the Maryland Whole Watershed Program and similar state programs. The office is granted the authority to coordinate with various levels of government and agencies. Additionally, it can provide technical assistance and financial resources for projects within the Chesapeake Bay watershed.

Yes· 3 of 4

  • Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?+5

    The bill authorizes the Chesapeake Bay Program Office to provide technical assistance and financial resources for projects within the Chesapeake Bay watershed.

  • Does this invest in rural communities?+3

    The provision of financial resources for watershed projects may support development in rural areas within the Chesapeake Bay watershed.

  • Would people in rural areas be better off under this?+3

    The bill's focus on watershed projects provides potential financial and technical benefits to those living in rural watershed areas.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.