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MD SB640
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/29/2025
Primary Sponsor
Jason Gallion
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AI Summary
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Prohibits any person from exercising eminent domain (condemnation rights) to acquire property for the construction of solar energy generating stations in Maryland
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Applies across multiple categories of solar projects, including those requiring certificates of public convenience and necessity and those exempt from such requirements
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Covers solar photovoltaic systems producing more than 2 megawatts of electricity (measured by alternating current rating)
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Amends sections 7-207, 7-207.1, 7-207.2, and 7-208 of the Maryland Public Utilities Article
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Takes effect October 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Public Utilities - Solar Energy Generating Stations - Eminent Domain
Utilities
Last Action
Hearing 3/06 at 1:00 p.m.
2/5/2025
Committee Referrals
Education, Energy, and the Environment1/29/2025
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