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This bill modifies the composition and governance of the Maryland Environmental Service (MES), a state instrumentality responsible for environmental management. Specifically, the bill alters the Board of Directors by adding two non-voting legislative members (one Senator and one Delegate) appointed by the Senate President and House Speaker, and replacing the State Treasurer with the Secretary of Planning as a board member. The bill also adjusts term limits and board member eligibility provisions, exempting the newly added legislative members, the Secretary of Planning, and the Executive Director from certain standard term length and succession rules. The board will continue to consist of public and private sector members with expertise in environmental, water, wastewater, or solid waste management, with the Governor making appointments subject to Senate confirmation. Key requirements remain in place, such as requiring at least one rural county resident on the board, maintaining a quorum of five members, and prohibiting Service employees from serving on the board. The changes are set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and aim to enhance the board's representation and operational flexibility.

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https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/SB0315?ys=2025RS