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This bill establishes a food processing residuals utilization permit in Maryland. The key provisions are: 1. It prohibits a person from utilizing food processing residuals in the state unless they obtain a permit from the Department of Agriculture. 2. It requires the Department to provide notice to certain local officials when an application is received for a permit that includes storing food processing residuals. 3. It establishes the Food Processing Residuals Administration Fund, which will be used to cover the Department's costs of regulating the utilization of food processing residuals. 4. It authorizes representatives of the Department to enter and inspect any site where food processing residuals are being utilized. 5. It allows the Department to impose administrative penalties of up to $5,000 per day, not to exceed $50,000 in total, for violations of the law or permit conditions. The bill aims to regulate the storage, handling, and land application of organic materials generated by food processing, in order to protect the environment and public health and safety. It takes effect on July 1, 2024.

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https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/SB1074?ys=2024RS