Congress’s inaction to pass an updated Farm Bill is harming the Potomac River

Congress’s inaction to pass an updated Farm Bill is harming the Potomac River

The Federal Farm Bill is essential to advancing conservation in our region because it provides critical funds and resources that unlock easement opportunities for farmers and everyday people. In fact, it’s the single largest source of private conservation funding. 

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5 recent policy wins for the Potomac River you should know about

5 recent policy wins for the Potomac River you should know about

Restoring the Potomac River to full health is a community-wide effort that requires many strategies to return clean, safe waters to local streams. We combine the power of local land conservation with clean water advocacy work. Read on to learn more about the bills we supported during this year’s legislative sessions on a county-, state-, and federal level, why exactly they matter, and what we are working on next.

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Potomac Conservancy statement in defense of free and fair elections

Potomac Conservancy statement in defense of free and fair elections

Potomac Conservancy has served the DC, DC Metro, and greater Potomac River region for over 25 years and we take threats to our community seriously. The recent sickening act of sedition by President Trump and his enablers, and attempted coup by domestic terrorists must be forcefully and unequivocally rejected.

Read Potomac Conservancy President Hedrick Belin’s full statement in defense of free and fair elections.

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