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HB 298 - Establishes Oyster Sanctuaries - Maryland Key Vote

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Title: Establishes Oyster Sanctuaries

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to override the governor's veto and pass a bill that establishes oyster sanctuaries.

Highlights:

  • Establishes a network of oyster sanctuaries in the 5 tributaries identified by the Department for large-scale restoration in accordance with the 2014 Chesapeake Bay Watershed Agreement, including (Sec. 2):

    • An oyster sanctuary in Harris Creek;

    • An oyster sanctuary in the Little Choptank River;

    • An oyster sanctuary in the Tred Avon River;

    • An oyster sanctuary in the St. Mary’s River; and

    • An oyster sanctuary in the Manokin River.

  • Prohibits an individual from catching oysters in or removing oyster seed from these oyster sanctuaries, unless that individual engages in aquaculture activities in accordance with a valid lease (Sec. 2).

  • Requires the Department of Natural Resources, in coordination with the Oyster Advisory Commission, the Oyster Interagency Workgroup, and interested stakeholders, to develop and implement restoration plans for each oyster sanctuary (Sec. 2).

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See How Your Politicians Voted

Title: Establishes Oyster Sanctuaries

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that establishes oyster sanctuaries.

Highlights:

  • Establishes a network of oyster sanctuaries in the 5 tributaries identified by the Department for large-scale restoration in accordance with the 2014 Chesapeake Bay Watershed Agreement, including (Sec. 2):

    • An oyster sanctuary in Harris Creek;

    • An oyster sanctuary in the Little Choptank River;

    • An oyster sanctuary in the Tred Avon River;

    • An oyster sanctuary in the St. Mary’s River; and

    • An oyster sanctuary in the Manokin River.

  • Prohibits an individual from catching oysters in or removing oyster seed from these oyster sanctuaries, unless that individual engages in aquaculture activities in accordance with a valid lease (Sec. 2).

  • Requires the Department of Natural Resources, in coordination with the Oyster Advisory Commission, the Oyster Interagency Workgroup, and interested stakeholders, to develop and implement restoration plans for each oyster sanctuary (Sec. 2).

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