U.S. Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick will co-chair the Congressional Delaware River Watershed Caucus with State Rep. Mikie Sherrill, writes Dino Ciliberti for the Patch.
The caucus safeguards the environmental and economic future of the Delaware River Basin.
“For the past several years, I have been proud to lead the Congressional Delaware River Watershed Caucus with a focus on delivering meaningful results – securing critical investments, advancing innovative conservation efforts, and protecting one of our nation’s most invaluable natural resources,” said Fitzpatrick.
With Sherrill said on joining the caucus as Co-Chair, “we are strengthening our commitment to preserving this natural treasure,” adding. “Together, we will continue to ensure that our water is clean, our regional economy keeps growing, and the entire watershed thrives for the benefit of generations to come.”
In addition to generating $25 billion annually, the Delaware River Basin provides $21 billion worth of ecosystem goods and services each year.
The watershed, spans 23 congressional districts across five states, providing clean drinking water to over 13 million people while supporting a wide range of recreational and ecological benefits.
Fitzpatrick stated he plans to keep leading efforts to ensure the Delaware River Basin remains a source of opportunity and sustainability.
Read more about the caucus in the Patch.
