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Introduced
02/16/2026
02/16/2026
In Committee
02/16/2026
02/16/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Establishing the Chesapeake Bay Enhancement Program to provide funding for certain oyster propagation and replenishment projects that mitigate the effects on the State's oyster population of certain transportation projects that maintain or expand the Helen Delich Bentley Port of Baltimore; and requiring the Governor, beginning in fiscal year 2028 and each fiscal year thereafter, to include in the annual budget bill an appropriation of $2,000,000 for the Program from the Transportation Trust Fund.
AI Summary
This bill establishes the Chesapeake Bay Enhancement Program, which will provide funding for projects aimed at improving oyster populations in the Chesapeake Bay. These projects are intended to counteract the negative impacts on oysters caused by transportation initiatives that support the maintenance or expansion of the Helen Delich Bentley Port of Baltimore, such as dredging, pier construction, bridge building, and shipping channel maintenance. Starting in fiscal year 2028 and continuing annually, the Governor is required to include a $2,000,000 appropriation for this Program in the state's budget, drawing these funds from the Transportation Trust Fund, a dedicated fund for transportation projects.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (8)
Jay Jacobs (R)*,
Kevin Anderson (R),
Steve Arentz (R),
Barry Beauchamp (R),
Jeff Ghrist (R),
Wayne Hartman (R),
Tom Hutchinson (R),
Sheree Sample-Hughes (D),
Last Action
First Reading House Rules and Executive Nominations (on 02/16/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/HB1599?ys=2026RS |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2026RS/bills/hb/hb1599f.pdf |
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