MD HB466

Expands the definition of "uniformed services" throughout Maryland law to include not just armed forces, but also the commissioned corps of the Public Health Service and NOAA, aligning state definitions with federal law (37 U.S.C. § 101 and 38 U.S.C. § 101)

Extends eligibility for state benefits previously available only to armed forces members to all uniformed services members, including fee waivers for vital records, behavioral health services for veterans, and priority for housing vouchers

Requires health occupations licensing boards to expedite applications for active service members, eligible veterans (discharged within 1 year), and their spouses, with licenses issued within 15 business days of completed applications

Protects dependents of uniformed services members from losing eligibility for state services (including developmental disabilities and Autism Waiver programs) when the service member is assigned outside Maryland

Takes effect October 1, 2025