Protecting the Chesapeake Bay

Angela recognizes the Chesapeake Bay as one of the country’s most precious natural treasures and believes in the necessity of safeguarding its beauty and natural ecosystem. She understands the significant role the Bay plays in Maryland's economy, from tourism to fishing, and recognizes the importance of protecting it for the benefit of future generations, allowing them to enjoy all the Bay has to offer. Our watermen rely on the bay for good jobs and protecting their business is important for Maryland’s economy.

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As County Executive, Angela invested $1.3 billion into stormwater management programs, doing her part at the county level to help improve the water quality of the local rivers and streams that affect the Chesapeake Bay watershed. In her first term, Prince George’s County removed over 410 tons of litter from the Anacostia river.     

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If elected to the Senate, Angela will be a strong advocate for increasing funding for Chesapeake Bay clean-up and protection efforts. Additionally, she is already a vocal supporter of Senator Van Hollen’s legislation designating the Chesapeake National Recreation Area as a part of the National Parks System, further solidifying its status as a nationally recognized and protected area.