MD HB600

Required bond for the Treasurer and Deputy Treasurer of the St. Mary's County Metropolitan Commission increases from $25,000 to $250,000

Metropolitan Commission studies, plans, and estimates for new water and sewer facilities become optional rather than mandatory, limited to areas designated as not planned for service in the County's Comprehensive Water and Sewerage Plan

Criminal penalties for violations increase from a maximum $100 fine to $1,000, with imprisonment up to 30 days; applicable violations specified include tax levy, permits, privately constructed systems, building entry, and obstructions

Civil infraction fines restructured with escalating penalties: $250 (first violation), $500 (second), $750 (third), and $1,000 (fourth or subsequent), plus $250 per day for continuing violations

Unauthorized water removal fines increase to $1,000 for first violation and $2,000 for subsequent violations; effective date October 1, 2026