{"id":12015,"date":"2019-07-30T14:06:14","date_gmt":"2019-07-30T18:06:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dev.chesapeake.org\/stac\/?page_id=12015"},"modified":"2026-01-09T14:15:22","modified_gmt":"2026-01-09T19:15:22","slug":"chesapeake-bay-program-information","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.chesapeake.org\/stac\/chesapeake-bay-program-information\/","title":{"rendered":"Chesapeake Bay Program Information"},"content":{"rendered":"

Chesapeake Bay Program Information<\/h2>\n<\/div>

Information about the Chesapeake Bay Program (CBP) and details about ongoing efforts to protect water quality and restore the Chesapeake Bay Watershed can be found at many websites supported by CBP partners. Below are links to a few of those websites to help you learn more about the CBP and its activities.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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CBP Main Site<\/h2><\/a><\/div>
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The CBP has a wide array of information to explore on its website. Follow the above to view information about current events, upcoming meetings, learn how to get involved in Bay restoration projects, and more!<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Chesapeake Bay Watershed Agreement<\/h2><\/a><\/div>
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On December 2, 2025, leaders from the six Chesapeake Bay watershed states, the U.S. EPA, Washington, D.C., and the Chesapeake Bay Commission approved the revised 2025 Chesapeake Bay Watershed Agreement, setting shared restoration goals through 2040.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Chesapeake Bay TMDL<\/h2><\/a><\/div>
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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will release a final TMDL on December 31, 2010. The TMDL is a \u201cpollution diet\u201d for the entire watershed. Click here to learn more about the document and how the CBP is working to reduce pollution throughout the watershed.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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CBP Organizational Diagram<\/h2><\/a><\/div>
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STAC is but one advisory committee among a group of teams and committees that operate within the CBP. Click on the link above to view the entire CBP structure, and learn more about each committee and team.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Bay Backpack<\/h2><\/a><\/div>
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The CBP is committed to helping teach younger generations about the importance of clean water and healthy estuaries. Follow the link above to find educational resources for your classroom.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Chesapeake Data<\/h2><\/a><\/div>
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The CBP is continually monitoring progress in its efforts to restore the Chesapeake Bay Watershed and protect water quality. Through the link above, you can also track the CBP\u2019s progress and access various data.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Meet a STAC Member<\/h4><\/div>

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