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This bill requires the Department of Planning, working together with the Maryland Energy Administration, to conduct a comprehensive study focused on identifying and evaluating land owned by the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services as potential sites for new solar energy projects. The study will specifically develop criteria for assessing the suitability of sites for solar projects and evaluate the feasibility of using lease agreements for solar energy development on these correctional service lands. By October 1, 2027, the Department of Planning must submit a report detailing its findings and recommendations to the Governor and the General Assembly, providing insights into how state-owned correctional lands might be utilized for renewable energy generation. The bill will take effect on October 1, 2025, giving the agencies time to prepare and conduct the study, which could potentially help Maryland expand its solar energy infrastructure by repurposing existing government-owned properties.

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https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/HB0904?ys=2025RS