MD HB1071

Requires the Maryland Department of the Environment to adopt regulations and a model ordinance mandating local stormwater management programs enforce stormwater regulations on agricultural land with advice and consent of local soil conservation districts

Directs the Department to update the Maryland Stormwater Design Manual to define agriculture and accessory uses on agricultural land (including on-farm processing and office space) as distinct from commercial development

Allows flexibility in enforcement of stormwater management regulations specifically for agricultural land

Effective date: October 1, 2026