Budget & Taxes (Procurement)

in committee · Maryland · House of Delegates Feb 6, 2026

HB 905: Recipients of State and Local Government Funding - Reporting (Buy Maryland Reporting Requirements)

This bill requires recipients of Maryland state and local government funding to report annually to the Comptroller on how they use those funds, including details about any contractors or subcontractors they hire. Entities receiving payments for providing goods or services must also include this information on their income tax returns, such as the number of employees, work locations, and whether contractors are certified minority businesses. The Comptroller will then compile this data and submit a summary report to the General Assembly each year, showing the percentage of in-state versus out-of-state contractors, average employee counts, and the share of minority business enterprises. These reporting requirements apply to state, county, and municipal government units as well as individuals and corporations that receive public funding.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill enhances government accountability by requiring detailed reporting on fund usage and contractor information, promoting fiscal transparency and responsible spending.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Audits & Accountability Income Tax Procurement

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signed · Maryland · Senate May 12, 2026

SB 905: Maryland Technology Development Corporation - Maryland Advanced Manufacturing Grant Program - Established

This bill establishes the Maryland Advanced Manufacturing Grant Program within the Maryland Technology Development Corporation to support companies specializing in regenerative medicine and other advanced manufacturing sectors. The program will provide grants that recipients can use exclusively for acquiring or renovating manufacturing space, improving infrastructure, and purchasing necessary equipment. A dedicated fund will be created to hold grant money, with interest earnings credited back to the fund rather than the state's general fund. The Corporation will work with the Maryland Stem Cell Research Commission to set eligibility criteria, application procedures, and award amounts, with the program taking effect on July 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes a grant program funded by state resources to support manufacturing and regenerative medicine sectors, representing new government spending for economic development.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill funds advanced manufacturing including regenerative medicine, which directly supports healthcare innovation and development.75% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill establishes grant program to fund advanced manufacturing and technology development, directly supporting technology sector growth90% confidence

Sub-Topics Procurement State Budget

in committee · Maryland · House of Delegates Feb 12, 2026

HB 1065: Coal Combustion By-Product Materials - Grant Program and Procurement Preference

HB 1065 establishes a grant program for Maryland manufacturers of cement, concrete, or construction materials that use coal ash waste (like fly ash or bottom ash) as feedstock. It requires the Department of the Environment to award grants to eligible manufacturers meeting specific criteria, including using Maryland-sourced coal by-products, creating jobs in communities affected by coal waste, and demonstrating measurable greenhouse gas reductions compared to conventional materials. The bill also mandates that all state government agencies give procurement preference to bids that incorporate these coal by-products. This directly affects cement/concrete manufacturers, state purchasing decisions, and communities near coal waste generation sites. The policy change focuses on repurposing existing coal waste for construction materials through financial incentives and procurement rules.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesEstablishes state grant program funding manufacturers using coal by-products, constituting government spending on economic development and environmental goals.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentRequires measurable GHG reductions vs conventional materials, uses coal waste to reduce landfill burden, and prioritizes job creation in coal-impacted communities with environmental benefits.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Procurement Climate Change Recycling

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in committee · Maryland · House of Delegates Feb 5, 2026

HB 790: State Transfer Tax - Exemption for First-Time Home Buyers - Alterations

HB 790 exempts first-time homebuyers in Maryland from the state transfer tax when purchasing improved residential property they will occupy as their primary residence. The bill replaces existing tax exemption language to clarify that qualifying buyers (those who have never owned residential property in Maryland as their principal home) and their agents must submit a sworn statement confirming their status and occupancy plans. The exemption applies to the 0.25% transfer tax rate, which remains the seller’s responsibility to pay (though no tax is collected under this exemption). This change directly affects first-time homebuyers purchasing qualifying properties, effective July 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExempts first-time homebuyers from transfer tax, providing tax relief for lower-income residents, aligning with support indicators for tax relief measures.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingExempts first-time homebuyers from transfer tax, reducing purchase costs for primary residences and directly increasing affordable housing access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Procurement Tax Incentives Homeownership Property Taxes

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in committee · Maryland · House of Delegates Feb 12, 2026

HB 1019: School Bus Transition - Propane-Powered School Buses - Grant Program, Fund, and Purchase

HB 1019 creates a grant program and dedicated fund to help Maryland school districts transition from diesel school buses to either propane-powered or zero-emission buses. The program provides grants to cover the extra costs of purchasing or operating these cleaner buses, as well as for infrastructure installation (for zero-emission buses), planning, and pilot programs. Funding comes from state appropriations, interest earnings, donations, and legal settlements specifically earmarked for this purpose. The bill updates existing law to explicitly include propane-powered buses in the transition program, which previously only covered zero-emission vehicles.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates dedicated state appropriations fund for school bus transition grants, increasing public service funding through direct budget allocation90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationProvides grants for cleaner school buses, improving school infrastructure and access through funding for transition costs, aligning with education infrastructure support indicators.85% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyFunds transition to propane/zero-emission school buses, reducing diesel dependence and promoting cleaner energy infrastructure through grants and dedicated funding.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill funds transition to propane/zero-emission school buses, directly reducing diesel emissions and promoting cleaner transportation infrastructure per its grant program.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill funds transition to propane/zero-emission school buses, promoting sustainable transportation infrastructure and cleaner vehicle regulations through dedicated grants and infrastructure support.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Procurement School Transportation Electric Vehicles Public Transit

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in committee · Maryland · House of Delegates Mar 3, 2026

HB 1342: Agriculture - Controlled-Environment and Hydroponic Agriculture

HB 1342 creates a new Maryland Controlled-Environment and Hydroponic Agriculture Program Fund to provide grants for farmers establishing or expanding indoor or water-based farming facilities. It requires the Department of Agriculture to create a centralized online portal with permitting and licensing information for these farms, and mandates local governments to adopt zoning rules allowing such agriculture in urban areas. The bill also sets procurement targets for state agencies to buy food from certified local farms using these methods and permanently increases funding for the existing Urban Agriculture Water and Power Infrastructure Grant Fund. These changes directly affect hydroponic and controlled-environment farmers, community colleges offering workforce training, and local zoning authorities.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates new state fund for agricultural grants, directly allocating budget resources to support farming programs per bill's funding mechanism.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Procurement

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in committee · Maryland · House of Delegates Feb 9, 2026

HB 1009: Transfer of Real Property - Recordation Certification and State Transfer Tax (Land Transfer Accountability Act)

HB 1009 (Land Transfer Accountability Act) requires a certificate of compliance from Maryland’s Attorney General and Department of Assessments and Taxation before recording any property transfer from the U.S. government to private individuals or entities. This applies specifically to sales of federally owned land, mandating a review to ensure compliance with state and federal laws before the transfer is officially recorded. The bill also establishes a new state transfer tax rate for these property transactions. It directly affects buyers purchasing property previously owned by the U.S. government, adding a certification step and tax requirement to the process. The law amends existing property and tax codes to implement these changes.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates new state transfer tax for federal land sales, generating revenue and strengthening tax collection mechanisms.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Procurement

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signed · Maryland · House of Delegates May 12, 2026

HB 1422: State Procurement and Personnel - Liquidated Damages Documentation Requirements and State Fiscal Leadership Capacity

HB 1422 requires Maryland state agencies receiving at least $2 billion annually in state and federal funds to appoint chief financial officers (CFOs) meeting specific qualifications, such as being a certified public accountant with five years of fiscal management experience or holding a relevant master's degree with three years of experience. These CFOs must submit detailed annual financial reports to the Office of the Comptroller, including certification of accuracy and documentation linking federal funds to specific programs. The bill also authorizes the Secretary of Budget to grant pay plan exemptions to help recruit qualified CFOs and mandates agencies to provide documentation if they choose not to pursue liquidated damages from contract breaches. This legislation applies to Executive Branch units meeting the funding threshold and aims to standardize financial oversight.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesMandates qualified CFOs and detailed financial reporting for agencies managing large budgets, promoting fiscal accountability and oversight per topic indicators.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Audits & Accountability Procurement

died · Maryland · House of Delegates Mar 9, 2026

HB 1307: State Finance and Procurement - Employers Receiving State Public Funds - Unfair Labor Practices

HB 1307 requires employers receiving $250,000 or more in state public funds under a single contract to agree they will not engage in unfair labor practices defined under federal law (29 U.S.C. §158) and acknowledge that violations may result in the state recapturing those funds. It directly affects large state contractors by linking funding eligibility to compliance with federal labor protections under the National Labor Relations Act. The bill authorizes the state to recapture funds for up to two years after disbursement if violations occur, and allows employees to file complaints with the Attorney General, who must investigate and may sue for damages including full fund recovery. The law takes effect July 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill promotes fiscal responsibility by recapturing misused state funds for labor violations, aligning with fiscal management under Budget & Taxes.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill mandates compliance with federal labor protections (29 U.S.C. §158) for state contractors, linking funding eligibility to adherence and enabling fund recapture for violations, directly strengthening worker rights enforcement.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Procurement Collective Bargaining Labor Standards

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signed · Maryland · Senate May 12, 2026

SB 673: State Procurement - Apprenticeship Program Accountability and Completion

SB 673 requires state contractors working on covered projects (like construction or public works) to use registered apprenticeship programs that meet minimum completion rates set by the Maryland Department of Labor. Contractors must verify compliance through payments to the State Apprenticeship Training Fund or direct participation in approved programs. The bill amends existing procurement laws to hold contractors accountable for apprenticeship program effectiveness, aiming to improve workforce development outcomes. It takes effect October 1, 2026, and applies to all relevant state procurement contracts.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRequires contractor payments into State Apprenticeship Training Fund, directing state funds toward workforce development program funding.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentMandates state contractors to use registered apprenticeship programs meeting minimum completion rates, strengthening workforce development and employment standards through accountability measures.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Procurement Apprenticeships Workforce Development