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MarylandHB 02552026 Regular SessionHouse

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

Sponsored By: Regina T. Boyce (Democratic)

Signed by Governor

Natural Resources - GenerallyClimate ResiliencyCommunity DevelopmentForests and Parks -see also- MdNatlCapPkPlnCm; Plants; etc.Natural Resources -see also- Coal; For&Pks; Rivers; etc.Natural Resources, Department ofTrees

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Bill Overview

Analyzed Economic Effects

1 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.

More help for community tree planting

Beginning October 1, 2026, Maryland focuses this program on community tree planting and care. The Department of Natural Resources runs it and can set rules. It promotes local participation and stewardship. It supports planting and upkeep of native trees and shrubs. Activities occur on public lands, community open spaces, school grounds, and rights-of-way.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsor

  • Regina T. Boyce

    Democratic • House

Cosponsors

  • Marvin E. Holmes

    Democratic • House

  • Darrell Odom

    Democratic • House

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 164 • No: 9

Senate vote • 4/8/2026

Third Reading Passed

Yes: 44 • No: 0 • Other: 1

House vote • 3/4/2026

Third Reading Passed

Yes: 120 • No: 9 • Other: 4

Actions Timeline

  1. Approved by the Governor - Chapter 112

    4/14/2026

  2. Returned Passed

    4/8/2026House

  3. Third Reading Passed (44-0)

    4/8/2026Senate

  4. Second Reading Passed

    4/6/2026Senate

  5. Favorable Adopted

    4/6/2026Senate

  6. Favorable Report by Education, Energy, and the Environment

    4/3/2026Senate

  7. Referred Education, Energy, and the Environment

    3/5/2026Senate

  8. Third Reading Passed (120-9)

    3/4/2026House

  9. Second Reading Passed with Amendments

    3/3/2026House

  10. Favorable with Amendments {553825/1 Adopted

    3/3/2026House

  11. Favorable with Amendments Report by Environment and Transportation

    3/2/2026House

  12. Hearing 2/11 at 1:00 p.m.

    1/19/2026House

  13. First Reading Environment and Transportation

    1/14/2026House

  14. Pre-filed

    9/26/2025House

Bill Text

  • Enacted

    4/14/2026

    PDF

  • Third Reading

    3/3/2026

    PDF

  • First Reading

    1/14/2026

    PDF

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