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MD HB1078
Bill
Status
2/10/2026
Primary Sponsor
Mark Edelson
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AI Summary
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Authorizes the Maryland Stadium Authority to acquire land, review proposals, and make recommendations for a professional soccer stadium and soccer academy in Baltimore City's Carroll Park
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Establishes a bonding cap of $216,600,000 for the Carroll Park Soccer Stadium and Facility, requiring Board of Public Works approval for bond issuance and financing plans
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Creates the Carroll Park Soccer Stadium and Facility Fund as a continuing, nonlapsing special fund to finance site acquisition, design, construction, and debt service
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Dedicates a portion of state sports wagering proceeds to pay principal and interest on the stadium bonds beginning in fiscal year 2028
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Prohibits the Authority from issuing bonds until it secures a written operating agreement with "United Partnership" (presumably the soccer team ownership group)
Legislative Description
Economic Development - Maryland Stadium Authority - Carroll Park Soccer Stadium and Facility
Reports
Last Action
Hearing 3/03 at 1:00 p.m.
2/20/2026