Community-Based Residential Facilities - Licensing Entities - Provision of Licensing Criteria and Single Point of Contact

HB 1136 requires Maryland licensing agencies to share the criteria they use for approving or renewing licenses for community-based residential facilities (like group homes) upon request. It also mandates that each agency designate a single point of contact to handle complaints or concerns from the public. This bill directly affects families of facility residents, neighbors living near these facilities, and anyone with a legitimate interest in the licensing process. The law aims to increase transparency and accessibility in how these facilities are regulated, without changing facility standards or operations. The bill takes effect October 1, 2025.