MD HB1280

Office of the Comptroller, with Department of Human Services assistance, must conduct a feasibility study on establishing a program to provide universal monthly payments to caregivers for each dependent they care for

Qualified family members include those 60+ needing daily living assistance, individuals with Alzheimer's or related disorders, and children or adults with developmental or functional disabilities cared for by relatives

Study must examine economic impacts including labor force participation, tax revenues, potential decreased public benefits usage, and overall state economic vitality

Department of Human Services must identify federal, state, and local funding sources, administrative costs, and appropriate stipend amounts while consulting with the Department of Aging, Department of Health, and local agencies

Final report due to legislative committees by July 1, 2027; the Act takes effect July 1, 2026 and automatically sunsets on June 30, 2028