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MD SB127

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/14/2026

Primary Sponsor

Johnny Salling

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Department of Housing and Community Development must conduct a study on food deserts in Baltimore County and recommend strategies to reduce their number
  • Study must analyze food desert locations, review previously funded food desert projects, and assess impact on the county's population and economy
  • Department must develop strategies to attract grocery stores and supermarkets to food deserts, including cost analysis, and review existing incentives and financing programs
  • Report due to the Senate Education, Energy, and Environment Committee, Senate Finance Committee, and House Environment and Transportation Committee by November 30, 2026
  • Act takes effect July 1, 2026 and automatically expires June 30, 2027

Legislative Description

Baltimore County Food Desert Study

Reports

Last Action

Withdrawn by Sponsor

2/16/2026

Committee Referrals

Finance1/14/2026

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