Chairman Harris Leads Letter to EPA On Behalf Of Constituents Concerning the Lafarge Quarry in Baltimore County, Maryland

Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Andy Harris M.D. (MD-01) Chairman of the Agriculture, Food and Drug Administration, Rural Development, and Related Agencies Subcommittee on Appropriations, wrote a letter to the Environmental Protection Agency on behalf of his constituents addressing concerns that the Lafarge Quarry in Baltimore County, Maryland has recently been approved for a water and sewage extension despite the quarry still being considered an active mine by State of Maryland regulations.

It has been brought to our office’s attention that this 400-acre site received approval for the extension of public water and sewerage in October. We have also been told that the next step is either approval of a Planned Unit Development or zoning changes in 2024.

Congressman Harris Statement: “Many constituents have reached out to me to voice their concerns that Baltimore County is looking at potential development of the Lafarge Quarry, including possible residential units, commercial properties, a trade school, and/or distribution warehouses—despite concerns that the property could be contaminated. It is imperative to ensure the safety of all residents, that is why I am calling on the EPA to review the proposed development plan and conduct immediate testing of the Lafarge Quarry in close coordination with the state of Maryland and Baltimore County.”

For media inquiries, please contact Congressman Harris’ Washington, DC office at 202-225-5311, or contact Anna Adamian at [email protected]