What does Preamble of Maryland Whole Watershed Program Federal Partnership Act do?

This bill authorizes the Chesapeake Bay Program Office to serve as a member of certain State watershed programs. The bill's stated purpose is to authorize the Chesapeake Bay Program Office's participation in State watershed programs and for other purposes.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Maryland Whole Watershed Program Federal Partnership Act do?

This bill is formally titled the 'Maryland Whole Watershed Program Federal Partnership Act'.

What does CHESAPEAKE BAY PROGRAM OFFICE AUTHORITY. of Maryland Whole Watershed Program Federal Partnership Act do?

This section establishes the Chesapeake Bay Program Office as an advisory member of the State Management Team for the Maryland Whole Watershed Program and similar state programs. The Chesapeake Bay Program Office is authorized to coordinate with state and local governments and federal agencies. The Chesapeake Bay Program Office is authorized to provide technical assistance and financial resources for projects within the Chesapeake Bay watershed. The term 'Chesapeake Bay Program Office' refers to the office established under section 117(b) of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act.

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Maryland Whole Watershed Program Federal Partnership Act

Last updated: 3/4/2026 · Introduced: 3/4/2026

Author: Sarah Elfreth (D-MD)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill designates the Chesapeake Bay Program Office as an advisory member of Maryland's Whole Watershed Program and similar state programs.
The Chesapeake Bay Program Office is authorized to coordinate with state, local, and federal entities to support watershed projects.
The bill allows the Chesapeake Bay Program Office to provide technical assistance and financial resources for projects within the Chesapeake Bay watershed.

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