MD SB378

Regional resource center funding increases from $9.99 per resident in FY2027 to $11.02 per resident by FY2032 and thereafter, with annual incremental increases

County public library system funding rises from $19.10 per resident in FY2027 to $21.15 per resident by FY2032 and thereafter, for operating and capital expenses

Public library required service options are consolidated from seven categories to five, emphasizing early childhood literacy, school readiness, information literacy, digital equity, emergency distribution services, and mental health support

Removes COVID-19 pandemic-specific language and references to kindergarten assessment score programs from required library service categories

Effective date is July 1, 2026