S 2591
Chesapeake Watershed Investments for Landscape Defense Act of 2019
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This bill, the Chesapeake Watershed Investments for Landscape Defense Act of 2019, authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to create a program called the Chesapeake WILD program. This program will provide grants and technical assistance to various organizations – including states, local governments, and nonprofits – to support restoration and protection activities within the Chesapeake Bay watershed. The goal is to improve water quality, enhance fish and wildlife habitats, and promote public access while coordinating efforts across multiple agencies and partners.
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Benjamin L. Cardin
Joe, III Manchin
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