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Introduced
01/21/2026
01/21/2026
In Committee
01/21/2026
01/21/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Authorizing certain governmental entities to waive certain fees imposed by statute for veterans; and requiring certain governmental entities to adopt regulations before waiving certain fees imposed by statute for veterans.
AI Summary
This bill, the Veterans' Discounts Act, allows certain government entities in Maryland to waive specific fees for veterans, as defined by federal law (38 U.S.C. § 101), for various licenses, permits, and applications across multiple state agencies, including agriculture, business occupations and professions, business regulation, environment, financial institutions, natural resources, public safety, and transportation. Before any fee waiver can be granted, the relevant government entity must first establish regulations outlining the process for approving these waivers. The bill also specifies an effective date of October 1, 2026.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (9)
Bryan Simonaire (R)*,
Ben Brooks (D),
Mary Beth Carozza (R),
Arthur Ellis (D),
Jason Gallion (R),
Dawn Gile (D),
Will Smith (D),
Ron Watson (D),
Chris West (R),
Last Action
Senate Education, Energy, and the Environment Hearing (14:00:00 2/12/2026 ) (on 02/12/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/SB0301?ys=2026RS |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2026RS/bills/sb/sb0301f.pdf |
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