Department of Natural Resources - Savage Highlands State Park - Hotel Rental Surcharge

SB 209 requires the Maryland Department of Natural Resources to collect a hotel rental surcharge on units at Savage Highlands State Park. The proceeds will be split: 6% of the surcharge funds will go to Garrett County for tourism promotion, and any amount above 6% will go to the county's general fund. This bill directly affects park renters (through the surcharge) and Garrett County (through the designated funding). The law takes effect July 1, 2026.