2024 MD Senate race: on Environment

David Trone: Supports EPA efforts to protect Chesapeake Bay

[On environmental protection]: "Protecting the health of the Chesapeake Bay is essential to Maryland's way of life and its local economies. Every year, billions of dollars in seafood revenue and tourism benefits hardworking Maryland families, and we remain dedicated to ensuring that folks can continue to enjoy the Bay for generations," said Congressman Trone. "I look forward to working with the leadership of the EPA and Chesapeake Bay Foundation to further these efforts on the federal level." Source: House press release on 2024 Maryland Senate race Jul 28, 2022

Angela Alsobrooks: Protect Chesapeake Bay, including additional funding

Environment

Angela Alsobrooks (D): Tighten. As county executive, increased stormwater management to protect the Chesapeake Bay. Supports additional funding for Bay clean-up; the Bay should be named a National Recreation Area. Expanded a countywide curbside composting program.
Larry Hogan (R): Mixed. Signed a bill banning fracking in 2017. Opposed clean energy legislation in 2016 and 2022, though allowed the 2022 bill to become law without signing it. Proposed his own set of clean energy goals in 2019. Eased regulations on industrial poultry farm emissions.

Source: Guides.vote candidate survey on 2024 Maryland Senate race Aug 8, 2024

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