Senate Bill 3939
119th Congress(2025-2026)
Chesapeake WATERS Act
Introduced
Introduced in Senate on Feb 26, 2026
Bill Intelligence
This bill aims to reauthorize the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Chesapeake Bay Office, emphasizing its role as the primary representative in the watershed. The bill outlines various programs and activities, including a Chesapeake Bay watershed education and training program, a coastal living resources management and habitat program, and the integration of a coastal observing system. Additionally, the bill mandates regular reporting to Congress and the Secretary of Commerce and allows the Office to enter into contracts and agreements to fulfill its purposes. The bill prioritizes the protection and restoration of the living resources and habitat of the Chesapeake Bay.
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Origin Chamber
Senate
Type
Bill
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Bill Number
3939
Congress
119
Policy Area
Environmental Protection
Environmental Protection
Primary focus of measure is regulation of pollution including from hazardous substances and radioactive releases; climate change and greenhouse gases; environmental assessment and research; solid waste and recycling; ecology. Measures concerning energy exploration, efficiency, and conservation may fall under Energy policy area.
No Senate votes have been held for this bill.
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February 26, 2026
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02/26/2026
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
02/26/2026
Introduced in Senate
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