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MarylandSB 05302026 Regular SessionSenate

Aging-in-Place Programs - Grants - Multigenerational Third Places (Village Multigenerational Third Places Act)

Sponsored By: Shelly Hettleman (Democratic)

Signed by Governor

ElderlyAge -see also- Age of Maj; Children; Elderly; Inf&Tod.; etcAging, Department ofArt, Music, and Cultural Affairs -see also- EthAff; Mus; etcCommunity Facilities and ServicesElderly Persons (65+) -see also- Elder Abuse and NeglectGrantsHousing -see also- Apartments; Condos; Mobile & Manuf HomesLeases and RentNonprofit OrganizationsSports and Recreation

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Bill Overview

Analyzed Economic Effects

3 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.

Grants help seniors stay at home

Beginning July 1, 2026, the Maryland Department of Aging gives grants to nonprofits and area agencies on aging. The money can start or grow programs that help seniors live at home. Covered help includes in‑home care, health management, care coordination, rides, and home safety fixes. Grants can also support senior villages and events at multigenerational third places, including rent or lease costs. Key terms like aging‑in‑place program, multigenerational third place, and senior village are now defined in law.

Annual funding for aging‑in‑place grants

Beginning July 1, 2026, the Governor must include at least $100,000 each year in the budget for these grants. At least 20% of that funding supports senior villages. This creates a small statewide funding floor for aging‑in‑place services.

Rules and timing for grant awards

Beginning July 1, 2026, the Department of Aging must post grant opportunities at least 6 weeks before applications are due. To expand an existing program, applicants must show a dollar‑for‑dollar match for the amount requested. The Department sets award amounts after reviewing all eligible applicants, total funds, and area needs with area agencies and area plans. After an award to a nonprofit in an area agency’s region, the Department notifies that agency within 2 weeks. The Department may issue rules for applications, reviews, and payments.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsor

  • Shelly Hettleman

    Democratic • Senate

Cosponsors

There are no cosponsors for this bill.

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 168 • No: 13

House vote • 4/7/2026

Third Reading Passed

Yes: 123 • No: 13 • Other: 2

Senate vote • 3/19/2026

Third Reading Passed

Yes: 45 • No: 0

Actions Timeline

  1. Approved by the Governor - Chapter 760

    5/26/2026

  2. Returned Passed

    4/8/2026Senate

  3. Third Reading Passed (123-13)

    4/7/2026House

  4. Favorable Adopted Second Reading Passed

    4/3/2026House

  5. Favorable Report by Health

    4/3/2026House

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

    3/25/2026House

  7. Referred Health

    3/20/2026House

  8. Third Reading Passed (45-0)

    3/19/2026Senate

  9. Second Reading Passed

    3/18/2026Senate

  10. Favorable Adopted

    3/18/2026Senate

  11. Favorable Report by Finance

    3/18/2026Senate

  12. Hearing 3/11 at 1:00 p.m.

    2/12/2026Senate

  13. First Reading Finance

    2/4/2026Senate

Bill Text

  • Third Reading

    5/26/2026

    PDF

  • Third Reading

    3/18/2026

    PDF

  • First Reading

    2/4/2026

    PDF

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