# Natural Resources (GNR)

## Title 1. Department of Natural Resources

### Subtitle 7. State Chesapeake Bay and Endangered Species Fund

#### Section 1-704

The Chesapeake Bay Trust shall use the funds it receives under Sec. 1-703 of this subtitle only to provide grants to nonprofit organizations, community associations, civic groups, schools, or public agencies for citizen involvement projects that will enhance or promote:

(1) Public education of the State's citizens concerning the Chesapeake Bay;

(2) The preservation or enhancement of water quality and fishery or wildlife habitat;

(3) The restoration of aquatic or land resources;

(4) Reforestation projects;

(5) The publication or production of educational materials on the Chesapeake Bay; or

(6) Training in environmental studies or environmental enhancement.

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Md. Code Ann., Nat. Res. (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)