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MarylandHB 15782026 Regular SessionHouseWALLET

State Procurement - Procurement Preferences - Reauthorization and Revisions

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Signed by Governor

State ProcurementAnnotated Code of MarylandCannabis -see also- CannDist; CannProd; Smok&VapCertificationsCommerce and Business -see also- ElectrComm; ForeignTr; etc.Committee ChangesDiscriminationDisparityEvaluations and ReviewsGaming and GamblingGeneral Assembly -see also- AELR Cmte; LegislativePolCmteLicenses -see also- AB Lic; Certifications; DrLic; PermitsLotteryMinority Business EnterprisesMinoritiesPrivatizationProcurementReportsRules and RegulationsSmall BusinessSports and RecreationStudies -see also- Commitees & Commissions; ReportsTimeVideoWind EnergyWomen -see also- GenderWork, Labor, and Employment -see also- JobTrn; Leave; etc.

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Bill Overview

Analyzed Economic Effects

4 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 2 mixed.

Open investment work to diverse firms

Beginning June 1, 2026, the State Retirement and Pension System must share data so the certification agency can assess opportunities for minority- and women‑owned investment firms. The Office, with the certification agency and Attorney General, must design race‑ and gender‑neutral ways to expand access and report by December 31, 2031. These steps aim to open more brokerage and investment management work to diverse firms.

New MBE rules for cannabis and gaming

Beginning June 1, 2026, cannabis businesses, video lottery facilities, and sports wagering licensees must follow Maryland’s minority business goals, as allowed by the U.S. Constitution. The Office sets goals and procedures within 6 months after a license is issued. Video lottery licensees must make a good‑faith effort and are reviewed at least every 6 months; they must also try to meet stricter county rules when they exist. These sector rules end on July 1, 2031. The change creates more contracting chances for minority- and women‑owned firms and adds compliance duties for licensees.

MBE goals for offshore wind and PPPs

Beginning June 1, 2026, approved offshore wind projects and public–private partnerships must set minority business goals and procedures, as allowed by the U.S. Constitution. For offshore wind, goals are set within 6 months after OREC approval and developers file reports every 6 months. For PPPs, the Board of Public Works cannot approve a deal until goals and procedures are in place. These rules end on July 1, 2031. The change gives more subcontracting chances to minority- and women‑owned firms and adds compliance steps for developers and agencies.

Stronger MBE reporting and oversight

Beginning June 1, 2026, the state tightens MBE oversight and reporting. Agencies must file MBE and veteran‑owned reports within 60 days after the fiscal year and send quarterly updates; the Office files its yearly report by the 5th day of session and audits units every three years. A Governor’s Subcabinet meets each quarter and reports by December 31, 2025 and every December 1 after. The certification agency must deliver legal and disparity analyses by September 30, 2030, and other findings and subgoal reports by December 31, 2031. The Special Secretary must finish implementation policies by July 1, 2031.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsors

There is no primary sponsor on record.

Cosponsors

There are no cosponsors for this bill.

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 137 • No: 38

Senate vote • 4/8/2026

Third Reading Passed

Yes: 39 • No: 6 • Other: 2

House vote • 3/21/2026

Third Reading Passed

Yes: 98 • No: 32 • Other: 11

Actions Timeline

  1. Approved by the Governor - Chapter 82

    4/14/2026

  2. Returned Passed

    4/8/2026House

  3. Third Reading Passed (39-6)

    4/8/2026Senate

  4. Second Reading Passed

    4/6/2026Senate

  5. Favorable Adopted

    4/6/2026Senate

  6. Favorable Report by Budget and Taxation

    4/6/2026Senate

  7. Hearing 4/02 at 1:00 p.m.

    3/25/2026Senate

  8. Referred Budget and Taxation

    3/23/2026Senate

  9. Third Reading Passed (98-32)

    3/21/2026House

  10. Second Reading Passed with Amendments

    3/19/2026House

  11. Favorable with Amendments {453722/1 Adopted

    3/19/2026House

  12. Favorable with Amendments Report by Government, Labor, and Elections

    3/19/2026House

  13. Hearing 3/03 at 1:00 p.m.

    2/19/2026House

  14. First Reading Government, Labor, and Elections

    2/13/2026House

Bill Text

  • Enacted

    4/14/2026

    PDF

  • Third Reading

    3/19/2026

    PDF

  • First Reading

    2/13/2026

    PDF

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