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MD SB199
Bill
Status
Engrossed
2/12/2026
Primary Sponsor
Bryan Simonaire
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AI Summary
- Expands the Individuals With Disabilities and Service-Disabled Veterans Boating Fund to cover eligible companions, defined as accompanying family members or direct support professionals of participants
- Covers water activities including sailing, boating, kayaking, canoeing, paddleboarding, and surfing on State waters
- Grants of up to $40,000 per fiscal year may be provided to qualifying 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations that have operated for at least 3 years and conducted at least 25 water activities annually
- Department of Disabilities administers the special, nonlapsing fund
- Takes effect October 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Individuals With Disabilities and Service-Disabled Veterans Boating Fund - Eligible Companions
Veterans
Last Action
Referred Environment and Transportation
2/13/2026
Committee Referrals
Environment and Transportation2/13/2026
Finance1/14/2026
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