MD HB701

State prohibited from purchasing gasoline-powered leaf blowers beginning July 1, 2025

Phased ban on State use: prohibited May 1-October 1, 2027; January 1-October 1, 2028; January 1-October 1, 2029; and permanently beginning January 1, 2030

Sales ban takes effect January 1, 2027; sellers must notify purchasers of upcoming restrictions starting September 1, 2025

Exemptions provided for wildland fire suppression, prescribed burns, fire-fighting, and emergency response activities at transportation facilities

Local governments may enact stricter standards or earlier effective dates, and the State must comply with local standards when managing State property