Bill > HB480

This bill modifies the existing Maryland environment law regarding county plan adoption and review, specifically for St. Mary's County. The bill removes a specific provision that previously required unique procedures for approving new or expanded public sewerage and water supply systems in St. Mary's County. Under the previous law, the St. Mary's County Planning Commission was required to conduct a comprehensive review and hold public hearings before the Board of County Commissioners or their designee could approve any changes to county plans involving sewerage or water supply systems. The bill eliminates these St. Mary's County-specific requirements, effectively standardizing the county plan review process for St. Mary's County to align with the general procedures used in other Maryland counties. The bill will take effect on October 1, 2025, which suggests the legislature wants to provide ample time for local government agencies to prepare for and understand the changes. By removing the specialized review process, the bill appears to streamline administrative procedures for county planning in St. Mary's County.

Education, Transportation and Infrastructure

https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/HB0480?ys=2025RS