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Introduced
01/24/2025
01/24/2025
In Committee
03/31/2025
03/31/2025
Crossed Over
03/17/2025
03/17/2025
Passed
04/02/2025
04/02/2025
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
05/20/2025
05/20/2025
Introduced Session
2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Authorizing food establishments that are businesses that conduct agritourism, Class 4 limited wineries, or Class 8 farm breweries to comply with the requirement to provide a convenient lavatory by providing a portable chemical toilet that is supplied with approved hand drying devices, kept in a sanitary condition, properly ventilated, and is placed at least 25 feet from a well.
AI Summary
This bill modifies existing Maryland health regulations to provide specific accommodations for certain types of food establishments, specifically those involved in agritourism, Class 4 limited wineries, and Class 8 farm breweries. Under the new provisions, these establishments can now satisfy bathroom facility requirements by using a portable chemical toilet, provided that the toilet meets existing sanitary standards such as being supplied with hand drying devices, kept clean, and properly ventilated. Additionally, the bill mandates that these portable toilets must be positioned at least 25 feet away from any well to ensure adequate separation and prevent potential contamination. The new regulation offers flexibility for these specialized agricultural and beverage-related businesses while maintaining basic health and hygiene standards. The bill is set to take effect on June 1, 2025, giving businesses time to adapt to the new requirements.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Business and Industry
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Approved by the Governor - Chapter 761 (on 05/20/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/SB0544?ys=2025RS |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2025RS/Chapters_noln/CH_761_sb0544t.pdf |
| Floor Amendment 353225/1 (Senator M. Jackson) Adopted | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2025RS/amds/bil_0004/sb0544_35322501.pdf |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2025RS/bills/sb/sb0544t.pdf |
| Floor Amendment 983222/1 (Senator Jennings) Adopted | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2025RS/amds/bil_0004/sb0544_98322201.pdf |
| Floor Amendment 863926/1 (Senator Ellis) | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2025RS/amds/bil_0004/sb0544_86392601.pdf |
| Floor Amendment 953526/1 (Senator Ellis) | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2025RS/amds/bil_0004/sb0544_95352601.pdf |
| Vote Image | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2025RS/votes_comm/sb0544_fin.pdf |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2025RS/bills/sb/sb0544f.pdf |
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