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MD HB214

Bill

Status

Passed

5/6/2025

Primary Sponsor

Appropriations

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Origin

House of Delegates

2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Establishes the Maryland Assistive Technology Program within the Department of Disabilities to increase access to assistive technology devices and services for individuals with disabilities of all ages, including underrepresented populations

  • Creates statewide assistive technology lending libraries allowing individuals with disabilities to learn about, try, and borrow devices through short-term loans

  • Establishes the Assistive Technology Services Fund as a special, nonlapsing fund to receive revenue from program services including assessments, training, digital accessibility evaluations, and remediation services

  • Fund revenue supports program operations and purchase of assistive technology devices, with interest earnings credited back to the fund rather than the state General Fund

  • Does not establish an entitlement program; effective October 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Human Services - Maryland Assistive Technology Program - Establishment

Rules and Regulations

Last Action

Approved by the Governor - Chapter 420

5/6/2025

Committee Referrals

Finance2/21/2025
Appropriations1/8/2025

Full Bill Text

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