Maryland Department of Natural Resources

Local Government - Regulatory Powers - Regulation of Invasive Trees

Natural Resources - Edible Forests and Foraging Program - Establishment

State Buildings and State Highways - Collection and Disposal of Yard Waste

State Buildings and State Highways - Collection and Disposal of Yard Waste

Gasoline-Powered Leaf Blowers - Purchase and Use - Prohibitions

Motor Vehicles and Marine Vessels - Transfer-on-Death Designations

Natural Resources - Bow Hunting - Sundays

General Provisions - Commemorative Month - Maryland Native Plant Month

Land Use - Comprehensive and General Plans - Alteration of Elements

Supporting Inclusive Community Adaptation Act

Supporting Inclusive Community Adaptation Act

Natural Resources - Pamela J. Kelly Tree-Mendous Maryland Program - Alterations

Forestry Licenses - Applicant Qualifications - Alterations

Forestry Licenses - Applicant Qualifications - Alterations

Natural Resources - State Parks - Terminology

Public Safety - State and Local Governments - Use of Unmanned Aircraft

Mel Noland Woodland Incentives and Fellowship Fund - Reporting

Fish and Wildlife - Endangered and Threatened Species and Migratory Birds - Regulations, Lists, Petitions, Essential Habitats, and Takings

Department of the Environment - Waivers for Living Shorelines and Nonstructural Shoreline Stabilization Measures - Regulations and Scoring System

Mandated Reports, Boards, and Commissions - Revisions

Mandated Reports, Boards, and Commissions - Revisions

Department of Natural Resources - Water Resources - Identification of Vernal Pools (Jack Cover Vernal Pool Wetlands Protection Act of 2026)

Natural Resources - Riverine Siting and Design Criteria - Requirements

Wicomico County - Sunday Hunting Time Restrictions - Repeal

Aquaculture - Placement of Shellfish, Bags, Nets, and Structures on Submerged Aquatic Vegetation - Extension

Aquaculture - Placement of Shellfish, Bags, Nets, and Structures on Submerged Aquatic Vegetation - Extension

Electricity Transmission and Distribution, Energy Storage, and Maryland Strategic Energy Investment Fund (Lower Bills and Local Power Act of 2026)

Large Load Customers - Electric System Interconnection and Demand Response Program

Public Health - Public Buildings - Hygiene Products

Natural Resources - Invasive Blue Catfish Pilot Program - Alterations

Natural Resources - Establishment of Gwynns Falls State Park

Natural Resources - Hunting - Management

Environment - Stormwater Management for Agritourism

Department of Natural Resources - Savage Highlands State Park - Hotel Rental Surcharge

Certificates of Public Convenience and Necessity and Transmission Lines - Notice to Landowners

Workgroup on Seafood Marketing

Pesticide Applications - Subscription Contract Requirements and Registry Establishment

Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity - BURDEN Analysis (CHERISH Our Communities Act)

Natural Resources - Fishing Without a License - Enforcement

Baltimore City - Natural Resources - Archery Hunting Safety Zones

Oysters - Rotational Harvest - Pilot Program

State Transfer Tax - Temporary Suspension

Shellfish Aquaculture - Penalties - Suspension or Revocation of Permit or Registration Card

Natural Resources - Crabs - Requirements and Prohibited Acts

Environment - Stream and Floodplain Restoration Projects - Requirements and Limitations

Utility RELIEF (Reducing Energy Load Inflation for Everyday Families) Act

Utility RELIEF (Reducing Energy Load Inflation for Everyday Families) Act

Natural Resources - Recreational Fishing - Mobile Reporting Application

Forest Conservation - Incentives - Pilot Program and Fund

Natural Resources - State Parks - Maryland Golden Age Pass

Natural Resources - State Parks - Maryland Golden Age Pass

Board of Public Works – Contract Review – Climate and Sustainability Information

Motor Vehicles and Marine Vessels - Transfer-on-Death Designations

Motor Vehicles and Marine Vessels - Transfer-on-Death Designations

Natural Resources - State Park Entry Fee - Exemptions

Natural Resources - Pamela J. Kelly Tree-Mendous Maryland Program - Alterations

Natural Resources - Pamela J. Kelly Tree-Mendous Maryland Program - Alterations

Shellfish Aquaculture - Penalties - Suspension or Revocation of Permit or Registration Card

Shellfish Aquaculture - Penalties - Suspension or Revocation of Permit or Registration Card

Department of Natural Resources - Licenses, Permits, Registrations, and Public Profiles - Notation of Veteran Status

Department of Natural Resources - Savage Highlands State Park - Hotel Rental Surcharge

General Provisions – Commemorative Month – Maryland Native Plant Month

Mel Noland Woodland Incentives and Fellowship Fund - Reporting

Mel Noland Woodland Incentives and Fellowship Fund - Reporting

Local Government - Regulatory Powers - Regulation of Invasive Trees

Local Government - Regulatory Powers - Regulation of Invasive Trees

Natural Resources - State Parks - Terminology

Natural Resources - State Parks - Terminology

Department of General Services - Maryland Capitol Police - Statewide Jurisdiction

Calvert and St. Mary's Counties - Living Shorelines and Nonstructural Shoreline Stabilization Measures

Electricity Transmission and Distribution, Energy Storage, and Maryland Strategic Energy Investment Fund (Lower Bills and Local Power Act of 2026)

Fish and Wildlife - Endangered and Threatened Species and Migratory Birds - Regulations, Lists, Petitions, Essential Habitats, and Takings

Fish and Wildlife - Endangered and Threatened Species and Migratory Birds - Regulations, Lists, Petitions, Essential Habitats, and Takings

Department of Natural Resources - Water Resources - Identification of Vernal Pools (Jack Cover Vernal Pools Act of 2026)

Chesapeake Bay - Enhancement Program and Maryland Seafood Industry Financial Assistance Fund - Established

Chesapeake Bay - Enhancement Program and Maryland Seafood Industry Financial Assistance Fund - Established

Natural Resources - Recreational Fishery Data Collection Program - Established

Natural Resources - Recreational Fishery Data Collection Program - Established

State Government - Walk-In Service Requirements

Certificates of Public Convenience and Necessity and Transmission Lines - Notice to Landowners

Natural Resources - Complimentary Fishing and Hunting Licenses - Alterations

Natural Resources - Complimentary Fishing and Hunting Licenses - Alterations

Large Load Customers - Electric System Interconnection and Demand Response Program

Natural Resources - Invasive Blue Catfish Pilot Program - Alterations

Natural Resources - Invasive Blue Catfish Pilot Program - Alterations

Natural Resources - Hunting - Management

Natural Resources - Edible Forests and Foraging Program - Establishment

Environment - Stream and Floodplain Restoration Projects - Requirements and Limitations

Natural Resources - Striped Bass Recreational Seasons and Fisheries Regulations

Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity - BURDEN Analysis (CHERISH Our Communities Act)

Environment - Stormwater Management for Agritourism

Environment - Stormwater Management for Agritourism

Oysters - Rotational Harvest - Pilot Program

Baltimore City - Natural Resources - Archery Hunting Safety Zones

Baltimore City - Natural Resources - Archery Hunting Safety Zones

Workgroup on Seafood Marketing

Wicomico County - Sunday Hunting Time Restrictions - Repeal

Natural Resources - Fishing Licenses and Stamps - Alterations

Natural Resources - Food Forests and Foraging Program - Establishment

State Buildings and State Highways - Collection and Disposal of Yard Waste

Chesapeake Bay Legacy Act

State Lakes Protection and Restoration Fund - Alteration and Extension

Natural Resources - Public Lands - Acquisition, Staffing, Operations, and Funding

Natural Resources - Public Lands - Acquisition, Staffing, Operations, and Funding

Natural Resources - State Boat Act - Alterations

Natural Resources - State Boat Act - Alterations

Natural Resources - Repeal of Somers Cove Marina Commission and Improvement Fund and Alteration of Operations

Natural Resources - Repeal of Somers Cove Marina Commission and Improvement Fund and Alteration of Operations

Natural Resources - State Boat Act - Auctioneers

Tidal Fish Licenses - Oyster Authorizations - Administrative Penalties

Natural Resources - Pursuing Wounded Deer After Legal Hunting Hours and Using a Light - Authorization

Boating Accidents - Reporting Requirement - Property Damage

Boating Accidents - Duty to Stop at the Scene, Render Assistance, and Provide Information - Penalties

Natural Resources - Invasive Blue Catfish Pilot Program

Natural Resources - Fishing Licenses and Stamps - Alterations

Natural Resources - Fishing Licenses and Stamps - Alterations

Natural Resources - Removal and Storage of Abandoned or Sunken Vessels - Funding

Natural Resources - Canada Geese - Bag Limits

Criminal Law - Manslaughter by Vehicle or Vessel - Increased Penalties (Jamari's Law)

Chesapeake Bay Legacy Act

Natural Resources - Northern Snakehead - Common Name

Natural Resources - Sale, Barter, or Exchange of Mounted Specimens From Decedent's Estate

Natural Resources - Submerged Aquatic Vegetation - Alteration or Removal Requirements

State Buildings and State Highways - Collection of Yard Waste

State Buildings and State Highways - Collection of Yard Waste

Natural Resources - Maryland State Parks - Funds and Plan Alterations

Department of Natural Resources - Pay-For-Success Contracts - Procurement Exemption

Commercial Northern Snakehead License – Gear

Natural Resources - State Boat Act - Alterations

Waterway Incident Notification System (WINS) - Study

Wildlife - Traveling Animal Acts - Prohibition

State and Local Parks - Play Area Accessibility - Recreation Communication Boards Pilot Program

State and Local Parks - Play Area Accessibility - Recreation Communication Boards Pilot Program

Fishing Licenses and Stamps - Fee Exemptions - Residents Eligible for Assistance Programs

Income Tax Credit - Venison Donation

Natural Resources - Antlerless Deer Hunting Programs - Authorization

Hunting - Nonresident Sika Deer Stamp - Fee Alteration

Natural Resources - Fish and Fisheries - Reporting Requirements

Maryland Trails Advisory Committee and the Maryland Office of Trails - Establishment (Great Maryland Trails Act)

Special Chesapeake Bay and Coastal Sport Fishing License - Nonresidents - License Fee

State Government - Permits, Licenses, and Certificates - Processing (Transparent Government Act of 2024)

Boating - Migratory Waterfowl Season - Prohibited Acts

Natural Resources - Recreational Catching of Oysters or Clams - Requirements

Natural Resources - Recreational Catching of Oysters or Clams - Requirements

Natural Resources - Recreational Catching of Oysters or Clams - Requirements

Natural Resources - Protection of Beaver Population and Habitat - County Authority (Beaver Believer Act)

Environment - State Wetlands - Shoreline Stabilization Measures

Fishing and Hunting Licenses and Trout Stamps - Complimentary Licenses and Stamp Exemption - Veterans Determined to be Unemployable

Oysters, Striped Bass, and Crabs - Commercial Authorizations - Suspensions and Revocations

Operating a Vessel While Under the Influence of Alcohol - Enforcement (Nick's Law)

Human Services - Individuals With Disabilities and Service-Disabled Veterans Boating Fund

Natural Resources – Submerged Aquatic Vegetation Surveys

Natural Resources – Submerged Aquatic Vegetation Surveys

Off–Highway Recreational Vehicle Trail Fund and Off–Highway Recreational Vehicle Recreation Oversight Board – Alterations and Establishment

Deep Creek Lake - Lower Lake Levels - Requirement and Impact Study

Green Schools - Model Professional Development Facilities - Designation

Public Utilities - Distributed Generation Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity

Environment – Highways – Salt Application

Solar Energy and Energy Storage - Development and State Procurement

Natural Resources - Gwynns Falls State Park - Focus Group, Advisory Committee, and Report

Public Utilities - Certificates of Public Convenience and Necessity - Energy Storage Devices

Forest Conservation Act – Modifications

Forest Conservation Act – Modifications

Homicide or Life-Threatening Injury by Motor Vehicle or Vessel - Parole Eligibility and Penalties

Fishing Licenses and Stamps - Fee Exemptions - Residents Eligible for Assistance Programs

Waterway Incident Notification System (WINS) - Study

Natural Resources - Northern Snakehead - Common Name

Department of Natural Resources - Pay-For-Success Contracts - Procurement Exemption

Department of Natural Resources - Pay-For-Success Contracts - Procurement Exemption

Natural Resources - Maryland State Parks - Funds and Plan Alterations

Natural Resources - Maryland State Parks - Funds and Plan Alterations

Natural Resources - Submerged Aquatic Vegetation - Alteration or Removal Requirements

Natural Resources - Submerged Aquatic Vegetation - Alteration or Removal Requirements

Natural Resources - Sale, Barter, or Exchange of Mounted Specimens From Decedent's Estate

Natural Resources - Sale, Barter, or Exchange of Mounted Specimens From Decedent's Estate

Coast Smart Council - Duties and Authority

Coast Smart Council - Duties and Authority

Natural Resources - Wildland Areas - Belt Woods Wildland

Natural Resources - Wildland Areas - Belt Woods Wildland

Aquaculture - Placement of Shellfish, Bags, Nets, and Structures on Submerged Aquatic Vegetation - Extension

Aquaculture - Placement of Shellfish, Bags, Nets, and Structures on Submerged Aquatic Vegetation - Extension

Commercial Northern Snakehead License - Gear

Commercial Northern Snakehead License - Gear

Aquaculture - Definition of Shellfish - Alteration

Aquaculture - Definition of Shellfish - Alteration

Natural Resources - State Boat Act - Alterations

Department of Natural Resources - Maryland Geological Survey Fund - Establishment

Department of Natural Resources - Maryland Geological Survey Fund - Establishment

Natural Resources - Antlerless Deer Hunting Programs - Authorization

Income Tax Credit - Venison Donation

State Government - Permits, Licenses, and Certificates - Processing (Transparent Government Act of 2024)

State Government - Permits, Licenses, and Certificates - Processing (Transparent Government Act of 2024)

Special Chesapeake Bay and Coastal Sport Fishing License - Nonresidents - License Fee

Special Chesapeake Bay and Coastal Sport Fishing License - Nonresidents - License Fee

Hunting - Nonresident Sika Deer Stamp - Fee Alteration

Hunting - Nonresident Sika Deer Stamp - Fee Alteration

Fishing and Hunting Licenses and Trout Stamps - Complimentary Licenses and Stamp Exemption - Veterans Determined to be Unemployable

Fishing and Hunting Licenses and Trout Stamps - Complimentary Licenses and Stamp Exemption - Veterans Determined to be Unemployable

Environment - State Wetlands - Shoreline Stabilization Measures

Wildlife - Traveling Animal Acts - Prohibition

Boating Accidents - Duty to Remain at the Scene, Render Assistance, and Provide Information - Penalties

Human Services - Individuals With Disabilities and Service-Disabled Veterans Boating Fund

Human Services - Individuals With Disabilities and Service-Disabled Veterans Boating Fund

Maryland Trails Advisory Committee and the Maryland Office of Trails - Establishment (Great Maryland Trails Act)

Abandoned or Sunken Vessels and Waterway Improvement Fund Grants

Abandoned or Sunken Vessels and Waterway Improvement Fund Grants

Tree Expert Licenses - Application and Renewal Fee Alterations and Insurance Requirements

Program Open Space - Use of Property - Renewable Energy and Storage

Operating a Vessel While Under the Influence of Alcohol - Enforcement (Nick's Law)

Operating a Vessel While Under the Influence of Alcohol - Enforcement (Nick's Law)

Deep Creek Lake - Lower Lake Levels - Requirement and Impact Study

Off-Highway Recreational Vehicle Trail Fund and Off-Highway Recreational Vehicle Recreation Oversight Board - Alterations and Establishment

Shellfish Aquaculture - Harvest Hours

Shellfish Aquaculture - Harvest Hours

Wildlife – Protections and Highway Crossings

Fish and Wildlife - Endangered and Threatened Species - Definitions, Petitions, and Regulations

Fish and Wildlife - Endangered and Threatened Species - Definitions, Petitions, and Regulations

Maryland Agricultural BMP Priority Environmental Stewardship Program - Established

Watershed, Stream, and Floodplain Restoration - Chesapeake and Atlantic Coastal Bays Restoration and Stream and Floodplain Restoration Funding (Whole Watershed Act)

Hunting - Lead and Lead-Based Ammunition - Phase-Out

Public Utilities – Distributed Generation Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity

Solar Energy and Energy Storage - Development and State Procurement

Natural Resources - Fish and Fisheries - Reporting Requirements

Commercial Fishery Disaster Declaration Due to Invasive Species

Natural Resources – Forest Preservation and Retention

State Government - Regulation Procedures and the Maryland Register

Department of Natural Resources – Documents – Digital or Electronic Issuance

Department of Natural Resources – Documents – Digital or Electronic Issuance

Natural Resources - Forest Preservation and Retention

Natural Resources – Pocomoke River Wildland – Alteration of Boundaries

Natural Resources – Pocomoke River Wildland – Alteration of Boundaries

Agriculture - Use of Glyphosate - Prohibition

Agriculture - Use of Glyphosate - Prohibition