Veterans' Discounts Act
HB 1594, the Veterans' Discounts Act, requires Maryland government agencies to waive certain statutory fees for veterans. It applies to fees related to agricultural licenses, business permits, environmental regulations, natural resources access, and public safety services across multiple departments. Agencies must adopt specific regulations before implementing these fee waivers. The bill formalizes existing practices by creating a clear process for veterans to access reduced fees on government services, without expanding eligibility or creating new benefits.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 15, 2026
Last action Feb 15, 2026
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Feb 15, 2026
Committee
First Reading House Rules and Executive Nominations
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Party
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Nic Kipke
RRepublican
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