Chesapeake WATERS Act

December 18, 2025 – February 26, 2026

Congress is considering legislation to reauthorize the NOAA Chesapeake Bay Office, expanding its mandate to lead habitat restoration, scientific monitoring, and student watershed education programs.

Policies

Chesapeake Bay Protection and Education Program

S. 3939

Congress Moves to Renew NOAA Chesapeake Bay Office, Expanding Bay science, education grants, and habitat restoration

H.R. 6893

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