Governor Martin O’Malley is going to move forward with the new phosphorus regulations.
An economic study has just been completed showing that the new rules could cost anywhere from $22 million to $50 million depending on the length of time take to implement them.
But the governor said that it’s time to move forward with the solutions endorsed by scientists and experts across the state to improve the health of the bay.
It could take as long as 6 years to implement.
Meanwhile, Governor-Elect Larry Hogan would not comment on the news but has spoken out against the phosphorus management tool.
