Watershed Protection Act

The Watershed Protection Act is legislation aimed at safeguarding the health and quality of our waters by managing land use and preventing pollution within watersheds—areas of land that drain into specific rivers, lakes, or streams. It encourages responsible practices like limiting runoff from urban development, agriculture, and industry, which can carry pollutants into water bodies. The act promotes protecting natural ecosystems, reducing erosion, and maintaining clean water supplies for communities, wildlife, and recreation. Overall, it seeks to preserve water resources by promoting sustainable land management and pollution control to ensure healthy watersheds for future generations.