Representative Hill Evans proposes Chesapeake Bay Awareness Week in Pennsylvania

The Pennsylvania House of Representatives made a significant move during its June 4, 2025 session, passing a bill with a decisive vote of 104 to 98. This bill will now be sent to the Senate for concurrence, marking a pivotal moment in the legislative process.

In addition to the bill's passage, the session spotlighted House Resolution 192, which designates the week of June 8 through June 14, 2025, as Chesapeake Bay Awareness Week in Pennsylvania. Representative Carol Hill Evans, who introduced the resolution, emphasized the Chesapeake Bay's critical role in the state's environmental health and economy. She highlighted that the watershed covers nearly half of Pennsylvania and is the largest estuary in the United States.

Evans passionately urged her colleagues to support the resolution, noting the recent improvements in the bay's health, which received a C+ grade from the University of Maryland for the first time. She called for continued education and investment in the bay's health, stressing the importance of public awareness and outreach programs.

The session concluded with a call for unity among lawmakers to honor the Chesapeake Bay as a national treasure and to promote ongoing awareness through various events and educational initiatives. The passage of this resolution reflects a commitment to preserving Pennsylvania's waterways for future generations.