Environmental Groups Oppose Cardin Chesapeake Legislation
News Date August 31, 2010
A number of environmental groups have announced their opposition to Sen. Ben Cardin's (D-MD) Chesapeake Bay legislation (S. 1816), saying agriculture-related modifications made to attract Republican votes in Committee went too far. Still, many agricultural organizations remain opposed to the legislation as well, clouding the bill's prospects. It is possible the bill could be included in an omnibus water bill that the Senate might consider in September. (Contact: Nathan Bowen)