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MD SB757

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/6/2026

Primary Sponsor

Jim Rosapepe

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Sellers must disclose when a consumer good's price includes a tariff on the product or its components, along with the tariff amount; failure to disclose constitutes an unfair or deceptive trade practice under Maryland Commercial Law.

  • Department of Commerce required to create the Maryland Local Sourcing Portal, a searchable online database connecting Maryland businesses with in-state suppliers for tariff-impacted goods and other supplies.

  • Portal participation is voluntary for local sources (businesses headquartered or with principal operations in Maryland), allowing them to list supply categories and inventory availability without revealing specific stock levels.

  • Department must coordinate with the State Department of Assessments and Taxation, Comptroller's Office, and Department of Information Technology to identify local sources and minimize development costs.

  • Act takes effect October 1, 2026, and automatically sunsets on September 30, 2031 (5-year duration); annual reports to the General Assembly on portal effectiveness required by December 31 each year.

Legislative Description

Consumer Protection - Disclosure of Tariffs and Local Sourcing

Disclosure

Last Action

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

2/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Finance2/6/2026

Full Bill Text

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