Charitable Organizations - Late Fees and Registration - Suspension and Cancellation Requirements

SB 184 modifies Maryland's regulations for charitable organizations regarding late fees and registration. It authorizes the Secretary of State to suspend or waive late fees for organizations that fail to file annual reports under specific conditions, such as through adopted regulations or settlement agreements. The bill also establishes clear rules for canceling a charity's registration after three years of non-compliance (e.g., missing reports) and allows reinstatement if the organization submits overdue reports, pays fees, and meets other requirements. It explicitly states that late fees assessed under this law cannot be treated as delinquent debts requiring collection by state agencies. This primarily affects Maryland-based charities collecting $25,000 or more in annual public contributions.