MD HB1454

Department of Aging must contract with an independent consultant to study which state agency should license and regulate continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs) and continuing care at-home providers

Study must assess capabilities of five agencies: Maryland Insurance Administration, Department of Aging, Department of Health, Department of Labor, and Office of the Attorney General

Study must survey how other states regulate CCRCs, including fees, penalties, funding for oversight, and compare Maryland's current statutes (Title 10, Subtitle 4 of Human Services Article and COMAR 32.02.01/32.02.02) to other states' laws

Study results due to the Governor and General Assembly by December 1, 2026

Study requirements are contingent on funding being appropriated through the State budget; if funding is not received by July 1, 2026, the study provisions become null and void