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MarylandHB 13222025 Regular SessionHouse

Natural Resources - Vessels - Carbon Monoxide Warning Labels (Matthew's Law)

Sponsored By: Joseline A. Peña-Melnyk (Democratic)

Signed by Governor

Natural Resources - GenerallyBoats and ShipsFuel -see also- CoalHazardous and Toxic Substances -see also- Asbestos; RadiatnLabelingNamesNatural Resources -see also- Coal; For&Pks; Rivers; etc.Sports and RecreationTimeWater -see also- Coastal Bays; Riv,Str,Lks; Wastewater; etc.

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Bill Overview

Analyzed Economic Effects

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

Boat labels required, but no agency penalties

Beginning October 1, 2025, covered gasoline-powered boats must carry carbon monoxide warning labels to operate on Maryland waters. This applies to boats made after July 31, 2007, with accommodation spaces, swim platforms, or rear lounging areas. Labels must be clearly visible near both the transom (back of the boat) and helm (steering area). Maryland’s Department of Natural Resources cannot impose penalties for violations, but the label requirement still applies.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsor

  • Joseline A. Peña-Melnyk

    Democratic • House

Cosponsors

  • Nick Allen

    Democratic • House

  • Dylan Behler

    Democratic • House

  • Regina T. Boyce

    Democratic • House

  • Bonnie Cullison

    Democratic • House

  • Debra Davis

    Democratic • House

  • Jessica Feldmark

    Democratic • House

  • Linda Foley

    Democratic • House

  • Michele Guyton

    Democratic • House

  • Pam Lanman Guzzone

    Democratic • House

  • Anne Healey

    Democratic • House

  • Terri L. Hill

    Democratic • House

  • Mary A. Lehman

    Democratic • House

  • Robbyn Lewis

    Democratic • House

  • Sheila Ruth

    Democratic • House

  • Dana Stein

    Democratic • House

  • Vaughn Stewart

    Democratic • House

  • Jen Terrasa

    Democratic • House

  • Teresa Woorman

    Democratic • House

  • Natalie Ziegler

    Democratic • House

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 317 • No: 5

House vote • 4/7/2025

Third Reading Passed

Yes: 138 • No: 1 • Other: 1

Senate vote • 4/4/2025

Third Reading Passed

Yes: 44 • No: 0

House vote • 3/13/2025

Third Reading Passed

Yes: 135 • No: 4 • Other: 1

Actions Timeline

  1. Approved by the Governor - Chapter 451

    5/13/2025

  2. Passed Enrolled

    4/7/2025House

  3. Third Reading Passed (138-1)

    4/7/2025House

  4. House Concurs Senate Amendments

    4/7/2025House

  5. Third Reading Passed (44-0)

    4/4/2025Senate

  6. Second Reading Passed with Amendments

    4/3/2025Senate

  7. Favorable with Amendments {863921/1 Adopted

    4/3/2025Senate

  8. Favorable with Amendments Report by Education, Energy, and the Environment

    4/3/2025Senate

  9. Referred Education, Energy, and the Environment

    3/17/2025Senate

  10. Third Reading Passed (135-4)

    3/13/2025House

  11. Second Reading Passed with Amendments

    3/13/2025House

  12. Favorable with Amendments {173826/1 Adopted

    3/13/2025House

  13. Favorable with Amendments Report by Environment and Transportation

    3/12/2025House

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

    2/7/2025House

  15. First Reading Environment and Transportation

    2/7/2025House

Bill Text

  • Enacted

    5/13/2025

    PDF

  • Enrolled

    4/7/2025

    PDF

  • Third Reading

    3/13/2025

    PDF

  • First Reading

    2/7/2025

    PDF

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