U.S. Senators Ben Cardin and Chris Van Hollen yesterday announced that the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has awarded a $156,101 federal grant to the Chesapeake Bay Foundation for a restoration project in the Choptank River Habitat Focus Area.
This project includes the installation of a living shoreline in the area surrounding Hambleton Island to address erosion and ensure coastal and community resilience.
Commenting the latest news, Senator Cardin , a senior member of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, said: “I’ll keep fighting to ensure our partners at the Chesapeake Bay Foundation and the Choptank River Habitat Focus Area have the resources and funding they need to continue their important work.”
“ As we continue to push the Administration and the Army Corps of Engineers to prioritize oyster restoration, we are fighting hard for federal investments in programs like the Choptank River Habitat project. I will keep working to restore our Bay and support our watermen ,” added Senator Van Hollen , a member of the Senate Appropriations and Budget Committees.
The Choptank River Complex was selected by NOAA as a Habitat Focus Area – a place where multiple NOAA offices and outside partners focus efforts to achieve healthier habitat.