Eastern Shore legislators are requesting the state provide disaster relief funding to Maryland’s commercial oyster fishery, which they say is struggling due to a market that’s been devastated. The Kent County News reports a formal letter request was sent to Gov. Wes Moore (D) on Friday, signed by members of the Eastern Shore Delegation, including Sen. Johnny Mautz. In an interview, Mautz said the request was made due to the oyster market which he describes as “wiped out.” Talbot Watermen’s Association President Jeff Harrison said while there are plenty of oysters to catch, multiple factors are at play, including increased competition on the East Coast.