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signed · Maryland · Senate Apr 8, 2025

SB 251: Maryland Public Ethics Law - Training and Financial Disclosure Requirements - Revisions

SB 251 revises Maryland's public ethics law to update training requirements and financial disclosure rules for state officials and lobbyists. It modifies training for state employees (reducing the required duration from "at least 2 hours" and adding harassment/discrimination content) and mandates annual lobbyist training, including January sessions. The bill also updates financial disclosure forms to require clearer reporting of secondary employment or business ownership by the filer or their immediate family, and adds a new requirement to disclose entities that engage a filer's spouse if they are a regulated lobbyist. These changes apply directly to state officials covered by the Ethics Commission and regulated lobbyists. The bill aims to clarify and modernize compliance with existing ethics standards.
signed · Maryland · Senate Apr 8, 2025

SB 214: Cannabis - Sale and Distribution - Tetrahydrocannabinol Offenses

SB 214 updates Maryland’s cannabis regulations by setting clear THC limits for sale and distribution. It prohibits selling or distributing products containing tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) above 0.5 milligrams per serving or 2.5 milligrams per package unless licensed and meeting manufacturing, testing, and labeling standards. The bill makes displaying or offering THC products for sale prima facie evidence of selling them, and authorizes enforcement officers to issue citations and seize unlawful products. These changes directly affect licensed cannabis businesses, distributors, and enforcement staff under the Alcohol, Tobacco, and Cannabis Commission.
signed · Maryland · Senate Apr 8, 2025

SB 138: Public Safety - Maryland 9-1-1 Board and Maryland Department of Emergency Management - Regulatory Authority

SB 138 authorizes the Maryland 9-1-1 Board and Maryland Department of Emergency Management to adopt regulations governing 9-1-1 system operations. It specifically empowers these agencies to set standards for county 9-1-1 system enhancements, reimbursement requests, Next Generation 9-1-1 deployment, cybersecurity, personnel training (including implicit bias training), and record retention. The bill directly affects counties operating 9-1-1 systems, their contractors, and public safety answering point personnel by establishing regulatory requirements they must follow. This legislation updates existing law (replacing sections of the Annotated Code) to clarify and expand the agencies' authority over 9-1-1 system management.
Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates cybersecurity standards for 9-1-1 systems, directly enhancing digital infrastructure security and compliance requirements.95% confidence
Cheryl Kagan (D)
signed · Maryland · Senate Apr 8, 2025

SB 205: Human Services - Adult Protective Services

SB 205 modifies Maryland's adult protective services laws to clarify when confidential information can be shared during investigations. It explicitly permits government officials conducting investigations to access certain adult protective services records and expands the definition of "health practitioner" to include specific emergency medical services providers in these cases. The bill also updates rules about reporter confidentiality, allowing disclosure of a reporter's identity when necessary under the revised provisions. These changes directly affect adult protective services agencies, emergency medical personnel, and government investigators handling abuse cases.
signed · Maryland · Senate Apr 8, 2025

SB 212: Department of Aging - Aging Services - Program Repeal and Consolidation

SB 212 repeals Maryland’s requirements for congregate housing programs and dissolves the Interagency Committee on Aging, transferring its duties to the Department of Aging. It establishes a statewide "single point of entry" system within each planning area, where older adults can access coordinated services like transportation, health care, and housing assistance through local agencies. Area agencies on aging will collaborate with local partners (e.g., health departments) to manage these entry points and assess needs. The bill directly affects seniors seeking services, local agencies on aging, and the Department of Aging, streamlining access to aging services under new consolidated responsibilities.
signed · Maryland · Senate Apr 8, 2025

SB 258: Natural Resources - Fishing Licenses and Stamps - Alterations

SB 258 increases the annual fee for Maryland's resident consolidated senior sport fishing license from $5 to $12 and repeals the previous exemption allowing senior license holders to fish for trout without a separate trout stamp. The bill directly affects residents aged 65+ who currently hold this license, requiring them to purchase both the senior license and a trout stamp for trout fishing. It also raises the standard annual angler's license fee for Maryland residents from $20.50 to $32, while adjusting non-resident fees to be based on home-state rates. These changes amend sections of Maryland's Natural Resources code governing fishing license fees, exemptions, and stamp requirements.
signed · Maryland · House of Delegates Apr 8, 2025

HB 279: Municipalities - Annexation Resolutions - Submission to Department of Planning

HB 279 requires Maryland municipalities to send copies of annexation resolutions (including new boundaries) to the Department of Planning within 10 days of the resolution taking effect, in addition to existing recipients like county clerks and the Department of Legislative Services. This procedural change directly affects municipalities annexing property, ensuring the Department of Planning receives timely documentation. The bill amends Maryland’s local government code (Section 4-414) to add this requirement, streamlining information sharing for planning coordination. It takes effect October 1, 2025, with no changes to annexation policies or eligibility.
signed · Maryland · House of Delegates Apr 8, 2025

HB 514: Health Occupations - State Board of Chiropractic Examiners - Revisions

HB 514 revises Maryland’s chiropractic licensing rules to update the State Board of Chiropractic Examiners’ structure and oversight. It changes board membership (requiring 5 licensed chiropractors and 2 consumer members), adds authority for unannounced office inspections when complaints allege violations of CDC infection control guidelines, and mandates health provider exams for licensees or applicants under specific circumstances. The bill directly affects chiropractors seeking licensure or renewal, chiropractic offices, and the Board itself. Key changes include streamlined board appointments, enhanced compliance inspections, and new requirements for health assessments to ensure public safety.
Jamila Woods (D) Harry Bhandari (D) Deni Taveras (D) Teresa Woorman (D) Joseline Peña-Melnyk (D)
signed · Maryland · House of Delegates Apr 8, 2025

HB 230: Maryland Public Ethics Law - Training and Financial Disclosure Requirements - Revisions

HB 230 revises Maryland's Public Ethics Law to update training requirements and financial disclosure rules for state employees and lobbyists. It replaces the previous requirement for a minimum 2-hour in-person ethics training with flexible online or live options, applying to new appointees, existing public officials, and regulated lobbyists (who must complete annual training covering discrimination and harassment). The bill also modifies disclosure forms to require listing the source of salaried employment for the filer or their immediate family member, and clarifies reporting for spouses who are regulated lobbyists. These changes directly affect state officials, employees in designated public roles, and registered lobbyists, streamlining compliance while maintaining transparency standards.
signed · Maryland · House of Delegates Apr 8, 2025

HB 262: Department of Agriculture - Maryland Agricultural Commission and Young Farmers

HB 262 revises the membership structure of Maryland's Agricultural Commission to add specific representation for new and beginning farmers, socially disadvantaged farmers, veteran farmers, and young farmers. It replaces the existing Young Farmers Advisory Board with a new "Committee on Young Farmers" that will directly communicate with the Commission about issues affecting young farmers. The bill updates Commission membership requirements to include dedicated seats for these groups, ensuring their perspectives are integrated into agricultural policy decisions. These changes aim to provide structured input for young farmers in state agricultural planning and rulemaking.
Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransAdds veteran farmers to Agricultural Commission membership, recognizing their agricultural role and ensuring representation in policy discussions.85% confidence
signed · Maryland · House of Delegates Apr 8, 2025

HB 170: Health - Maternal and Child Health Population Health Improvement Fund - Use

HB 170 extends the deadline for using Maryland's Maternal and Child Health Population Health Improvement Fund from December 31, 2025, to December 31, 2027. The fund, which collects hospital assessments and other designated revenue, supports maternal and child health programs administered by Maryland's Medical Care Programs Administration and Prevention and Health Promotion Administration. This bill modifies the expiration date in existing law without changing the fund's structure, funding sources, or eligibility for programs. It ensures these health initiatives can continue using the fund through 2027.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExtends deadline for maternal/child health fund, preserving existing funding for healthcare programs without cuts or restrictions.95% confidence
signed · Maryland · House of Delegates Apr 8, 2025

HB 158: Department of Aging - Senior Call-Check and Social Connections Program

HB 158 renames Maryland's "Senior Call-Check Service" to the "Social Connections Program" and expands its purpose from basic check-in calls to promoting wellness and social engagement for older adults. It directly affects Maryland residents aged 65+ who are at risk of social isolation, requiring regular communication (via phone, text, or video) from the Department of Aging or its designee. Key provisions include integrating services with Maryland's Telecommunications Access Program, allowing follow-up calls to designated contacts if participants don't respond, and collaborating with the Department of Disabilities on budget planning. The bill replaces outdated language and mechanisms from previous law to focus on proactive social connection rather than verification of call responsiveness.
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