MarylandSB 02652025 Regular SessionSenate

Environment - Reservoir Augmentation Permit - Establishment

Sponsored By: Sponsor information unavailable

Signed by Governor

EnvironmentConstructionEnvironment, Department of theEnvironmental Matters -see also- Conserv; Nat Resrce; PollutFees -see also- Attys' Fees; Devt Fees & TaxesFormsHealth -see also- COVID19; EnvHlth; MedCon; etc.Inspections -see also- Motor Vehicle InspectionNatural Resources -see also- Coal; For&Pks; Rivers; etc.Penalties and Sentences -see also- Death PenaltyPermits -see also- Building PermitsPilot ProgramsPrices -see also- Consumer Price IndexReportsRevenue and Taxes -see also- (specific tax)Rules and RegulationsSafety -see also- Occupational SafetyStandards and Best PracticesStorageStudies -see also- Commitees & Commissions; ReportsSunsetTimeUtilities -see also- Recycl; Refuse; Sewage; Teleph; WaterWater -see also- Coastal Bays; Riv,Str,Lks; Wastewater; etc.

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Reservoir-related rules last two more years

Beginning July 1, 2025, the law extends provisions in Chapters 122 and 123 of Maryland’s 2023 laws. They remain in effect through June 30, 2030, instead of expiring June 30, 2028. The supplied provision does not identify their specific activities or household effects.

New fees for reservoir reuse applicants

Beginning July 1, 2025, the law requires Maryland to set a reasonable reservoir-reuse application fee through regulations. The fee is designed to cover permit review and administration costs; the law does not set an amount. Application, permit, and renewal fees, plus program penalties and fines, go into a dedicated fund. That money can only support program operations and oversight.

New safety rules for reservoir water reuse

Beginning July 1, 2025, projects adding reclaimed water to drinking-water reservoirs need a written Maryland permit lasting no more than five years. Water must meet state treatment standards before entering the reservoir and again before entering the drinking-water distribution system. Applicants generally need a study covering project need, alternatives, technical details, and costs; previously approved pilot projects are exempt. Applicants must provide requested information and allow state inspections at reasonable times. The state can deny or revoke permits for violations, false information, denied access, unsafe conditions, and other listed grounds.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Cosponsors

There are no cosponsors for this bill.

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 149 • No: 37

House vote • 4/7/2025

Third Reading Passed

Yes: 104 • No: 36

Senate vote • 2/27/2025

Third Reading Passed

Yes: 45 • No: 1 • Other: 1

Actions Timeline

Approved by the Governor - Chapter 442
5/13/2025
Returned Passed
4/7/2025Senate
Third Reading Passed (104-36)
4/7/2025House
Favorable Adopted Second Reading Passed
4/3/2025House
Favorable Report by Environment and Transportation
4/3/2025House
Hearing 3/26 at 1:00 p.m.
3/19/2025House
Referred Environment and Transportation
2/28/2025House
Third Reading Passed (45-1)
2/27/2025Senate
Second Reading Passed with Amendments
2/25/2025Senate
Favorable with Amendments {333526/1 Adopted
2/25/2025Senate
Favorable with Amendments Report by Education, Energy, and the Environment
2/24/2025Senate
Hearing 1/28 at 2:30 p.m.
1/14/2025Senate
Hearing canceled
1/14/2025Senate
Hearing 1/14 at 2:30 p.m.
1/14/2025Senate
First Reading Education, Energy, and the Environment
1/8/2025Senate
Pre-filed
10/6/2024Senate

Bill Text

Enacted
5/13/2025
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Third Reading
2/25/2025
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First Reading
1/8/2025
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