Bill > HB672

This bill modifies the Maryland Pediatric Cancer Fund by changing who is eligible to receive grants for pediatric cancer research. Previously, grants could be awarded to eligible physicians, laboratories, nonprofit organizations, and other persons, but this bill removes physicians, laboratories, and general persons from the list of eligible recipients. Instead, it specifically adds nonprofit hospitals and educational institutions to the list of entities that can receive funds, alongside existing nonprofit organizations, to conduct pediatric cancer research. The bill also designates itself as an emergency measure, necessary for public health and safety, and takes effect immediately upon enactment.