State Government - Research Duties and Advisory Committee on Black Males - Repeal

HB 119 repeals Maryland's requirement for the Office of Small, Minority, and Women Business Affairs to conduct annual research and submit reports on issues affecting Black males, including unemployment, criminal justice, education, and health. It also eliminates the authorization for creating an Advisory Committee on Black Males. This bill directly affects the Office by removing its mandated research duties and reporting obligations under Section 9-303.2 of Maryland law. The repeal takes effect October 1, 2025.