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MD HB1580

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Ways and Means

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates a new "Maryland Enhanced TIF District" category for development projects that include a convention center OR are within 1/2 mile of a transit station, exceed $500 million in total project costs, and have local TIF approval

  • Authorizes the Maryland Economic Development Corporation (MEDCO) to issue bonds for Maryland Enhanced TIF districts, subject to Board of Public Works approval

  • Allows the Board of Public Works, on MEDCO's recommendation, to authorize the State to pledge incremental sales taxes and incremental income taxes from the enhanced TIF district to support projects

  • Expands the definition of "bond" and "issuer" under existing TIF law to include MEDCO alongside political subdivisions and the Prince George's County revenue authority

  • Takes effect June 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Economic Development - Maryland Enhanced Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Districts

Income Tax

Last Action

Hearing 3/05 at 1:00 p.m.

2/16/2026

Committee Referrals

Ways and Means2/13/2026

Full Bill Text

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