Maryland Health Benefit Exchange - State-Based Young Adult Health Insurance Subsidies Pilot Program - Sunset Repeal

HB 297 extends Maryland's State-Based Young Adult Health Insurance Subsidies Program by removing its scheduled termination date (sunset provision). The bill amends Maryland's Insurance Code to permanently authorize the program, which provides health insurance subsidies to young adults (typically ages 19-25) who purchase coverage through the state's Health Benefit Exchange. Key provisions include renaming the program from "Pilot" to "Program" and ensuring ongoing funding from state-designated sources (as specified in Section 31-107(e)(11)). This change allows the program to continue operating without a fixed end date, directly affecting young adults seeking affordable health coverage in Maryland.