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MD SB772

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/6/2026

Primary Sponsor

William Ferguson

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Maryland Department of Health must develop and maintain an employment training and opportunity database to help individuals find programs that enable them to become or remain eligible for Medicaid and SNAP benefits

  • Database must include vocational, workforce training, and job placement programs available statewide, with application information and direct contact mechanisms for each program

  • Department of Health must coordinate with the Department of Labor, Department of Human Services, Department of Service and Civic Innovation, Maryland Chamber of Commerce, labor unions, trade associations, educational institutions, and local workforce development boards

  • Database must be publicly accessible on the Department's website and updated at least every 30 days, with staff required to assist individuals in enrolling in listed programs

  • Act takes effect October 1, 2026 and automatically sunsets on September 30, 2029 (3-year duration)

Legislative Description

Maryland Department of Health - Employment Training and Opportunity Database

Commerce and Business

Last Action

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

2/14/2026

Committee Referrals

Finance2/6/2026

Full Bill Text

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