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MD HB1599
Bill
Status
2/16/2026
Primary Sponsor
Jay Jacobs
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AI Summary
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Establishes the Chesapeake Bay Enhancement Program within the Department of Natural Resources to fund oyster propagation and replenishment projects
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Targets mitigation of oyster population impacts from transportation projects related to maintaining or expanding the Helen Delich Bentley Port of Baltimore
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Covered transportation projects include dredging, construction or maintenance of piers, bridges, and shipping channels, and general port construction
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Requires the Governor to include $2,000,000 annually in the budget bill from the Transportation Trust Fund starting in fiscal year 2028
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Takes effect October 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Chesapeake Bay Enhancement Program - Established
Natural Resources, Department of
Last Action
Hearing 3/13 at 1:30 p.m.
3/13/2026