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MarylandSB 10072026 Regular SessionSenate

Prior Authorizations of State Debt - Alterations

Sponsored By: Craig J. Zucker (Democratic)

Signed by Governor

Prior AuthorizationsAllegany CountyAnnapolisAnne Arundel CountyArt, Music, and Cultural Affairs -see also- EthAff; Mus; etcBaltimore CityBaltimore CountyBuilding Maintenance and RepairBuses -see also- School BusesCalvert CountyCarroll CountyConstructionDorchester CountyEducation, Boards ofElectronic CommunicationFire ProtectionForests and Parks -see also- MdNatlCapPkPlnCm; Plants; etc.GrantsHarford CountyHealth -see also- COVID19; EnvHlth; MedCon; etc.Health Care Facilities -see also- Clinics; Hospices; etcHigher Education -see also- Comm Colleges; Med Schools; etc.HighwaysHistorical Matters -see also- Archives; Monumts; Museum; etcHospitals -see also- Clinics; State HospitalsHousing -see also- Apartments; Condos; Mobile & Manuf HomesHoward CountyIndustry and ManufacturingLibraries -see also- ArchivesMass Transit -see also- Buses; RailroadsMental and Behavioral Health -see also- Aut; Cogn; Dev; etc.Mobile DevicesMontgomery CountyMuseumsPiers and Docks -see also- Marinas; PortsPlaces of Worship -see also- ReligionPrimary Schools -see also- Private Schools; Public SchoolsPrince George's CountyPublic Buildings and Facilities -see also- Stadiums; St HsePublic Debt -see also- County & Balt City Bonds; State BondsPublic Schools -see also- Primary Schools; Secondary SchRailroadsReal PropertyRefuse Disposal -see also- RecyclingSecondary Schools -see also- Private Schools; Public SchSports and RecreationState Aid -see also- Public BenefitsSt. Mary's CountyStorageTelecommunicationsTheatersVolunteersWashington County

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Bill Overview

Analyzed Economic Effects

23 provisions identified: 22 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.

Baltimore neighborhood housing and blight fixes

Beginning June 1, 2026, the state funds major neighborhood projects in Baltimore. Park Heights Renaissance gets $10 million for investments that must follow the joint plan and Park Heights Master Plan, in consultation with state and local partners. Forest Park Renaissance gets $400,000 to acquire and fix blighted homes and commercial sites. Roberta’s House gets $150,000 to buy and renovate nearby properties and rooftop space. These projects support housing, safety, and local revitalization.

More funding for schools and library

Beginning June 1, 2026, the state funds school and library construction and upgrades. Howard County gets $5 million to build a new Downtown Columbia library complex. Baltimore County schools get one-time grants: $600,000 for a comfort station at Pikesville High, $150,000 for Warren Elementary playground equipment, $100,000 for a Catonsville Middle scoreboard and sign, and $75,000 for Woodlawn High lighting and site work. These projects improve student spaces and community access to learning.

Baltimore neighborhood revitalization grants

The law funds local community projects in Baltimore City. Westport Community Development and the City get $50,000 for the Annapolis Road Revitalization and Harbor West Collaborative Center, with funds available until at least June 1, 2028. Let’s Thrive Baltimore gets $250,000, also available until at least June 1, 2028. Pleasant Hope CDC gets $225,000 for 426 Hutchins Avenue and must provide $100,000 in matching funds. These grants support site work, repairs, and equipment that improve neighborhood spaces.

Black Sox Park buildout

The law gives $3,000,000 to build and improve Black Sox Park in Baltimore City. Funds cover planning, construction, and equipment. Park users and neighbors get new and improved public green space.

Brookeville town infrastructure funding

The law supports town infrastructure in Brookeville. It provides $100,000 that must stay available until at least June 1, 2031. It also provides another $150,000 for local planning, repairs, and capital work. Residents benefit from upgraded local roads and public spaces.

East Baltimore sanitation yard upgrades

The law gives $4,000,000 to Baltimore City DPW for Bowley’s Lane Sanitation Yard. It funds planning, construction, and equipment for a small hauler site and other solid‑waste facility work. Residents benefit from stronger local sanitation services.

Fire and Civil Air Patrol facilities

The law funds and updates local emergency facilities. Ridge Volunteer Fire Department gets $200,000 for new rescue apparatus and other capital needs in St. Mary’s County. It also shifts the grantee for the Civil Air Patrol Squadron building to the Allegany County Commissioners. This change helps local governments carry out the facility work.

Hospital and crisis care upgrades

The law funds major health projects. It gives $2,000,000 for Shock Trauma upgrades and $2,500,000 to expand the UM Cancer and Transplant Center in Baltimore. Both UMMS grants may not end before June 1, 2028. It gives $2,000,000 to upgrade the Holy Cross Hospital biplane room in Montgomery County, and $750,000 for the Harford Crisis Center. These projects improve care capacity and equipment in their communities.

Imagination Stage facility expansion

The law funds a new storage and operations facility for Imagination Stage in Bethesda. It provides $550,000 and an additional $300,000. These grants may not end before June 1, 2029. The money pays for site work, construction, and equipment to support youth theater programs.

Montgomery parks and rec upgrades

The law improves parks and recreation in Montgomery County. Long Branch Local Park gets two grants of $362,701 and $228,000, including a lighted soccer field and skatepark. Stoneybrook Local Park gets $300,000, and this grant cannot end before June 1, 2031. Rockville gets $350,000 for Twinbrook Community Recreation Center and Annex upgrades. These projects add safer, better fields and facilities for local families.

Mount Airy Center Street extension

The law provides $500,000 to extend Center Street in Mount Airy. The town must provide $450,000 in matching funds. The grant may not end before June 1, 2029. The project supports safer, more connected local roads.

Museum and historic site improvements

The law upgrades museums and a historic site. Calvert Marine Museum gets up to $250,000, matching dollar‑for‑dollar, and the grant may not end before June 30, 2028. The National Road Museum gets $50,000, available until at least June 1, 2027. Friends of Jerusalem Mill receive $200,000 with a $100,000 match, and another $50,000 with a $25,000 match, both available until at least June 1, 2028. Sandy Spring Museum gets $200,000 for capital improvements. These funds support repairs, research space, and exhibits.

North Bethesda Metro access upgrades

The law funds North Bethesda Metro Station access work. Montgomery County receives $3,000,000 for access improvements and another $600,000 for the same station. The money must fund capital and site work. Riders and neighbors get safer, easier station access.

Senior centers and transit access

The law invests in senior services. Baltimore gets $150,000 to fix and equip the Harford Road Senior Center, plus up to $100,000 in a matching grant. These grants may not end before June 1, 2028. Leisure World in Montgomery County gets $250,000 for wheelchair‑accessible buses. These upgrades improve access and safety for older adults.

Small-town and emergency facility upgrades

Beginning June 1, 2026, the state funds two local projects. Brookeville gets $350,000 for planning, repairs, and infrastructure upgrades; this grant stays available at least until June 1, 2031. Allegany County gets $50,000 to improve the Civil Air Patrol squadron building. These upgrades support local services and community safety.

St. Pius X fields and property

The law provides $500,000 to Baltimore County for St. Pius X property and field space. The money funds capital and site improvements only. Local residents and youth sports programs get upgraded fields and gathering space.

Theater and arts center upgrades

The law invests in arts venues. Arena Players gets $500,000; this grant may not end before June 1, 2033. The Compound gets $150,000 for its arts complex. Chesapeake Arts Center gets $150,000 and its grant stays available until at least June 1, 2031. Dorchester Center for the Arts receives $80,000, available until at least June 1, 2028. These funds pay for repairs, site work, and equipment that support performances and community programs.

York Road safety and green projects

The law backs York Road corridor upgrades in Baltimore City. York Road Partnership receives $600,000 for non‑commercial revitalization; at least $300,000 must fund ecological planning and restoration with Baltimore Green Space. It also provides $105,000 for signage and pedestrian safety. Neighbors, shoppers, and walkers get safer streets and a greener corridor.

Health system and health IT upgrades

Beginning June 1, 2026, the state invests in health care capacity. Holy Cross Health gets $2 million to equip and renovate a biplane room for advanced care in Montgomery County. DrFirst.com, Inc. gets $500,000 to build a statewide mobile communication system for care coordination. These capital projects support hospital services and health information tools.

New housing support in Allegany County

Beginning June 1, 2026, Friends Aware gets $225,000 to buy property and develop residential housing in Allegany County. The money can also fund planning, design, and site work. This expands local housing options and supportive housing capacity.

College and training center upgrades

The law invests in education and training spaces. McDaniel College gets $2,977,754 to improve the Gill Physical Education Learning Center; this grant may not end before June 1, 2028. Harford County receives $875,000 for the HEAT Center in Aberdeen. The funds pay for planning, construction, and equipment that support students and workforce training.

Noyes Children’s Library renovation

The law offers a matching grant up to $100,000 to improve the Noyes Children’s Library in Montgomery County. The state pays the lesser of $100,000 or the matching funds raised. The grant may not end before June 1, 2028. Families and young readers get better library space and equipment.

Arts funding shifts for Baltimore theaters

Beginning June 1, 2026, the state changes arts funding in Baltimore City. The Chesapeake Shakespeare Company gets $450,000 plus an added $50,000 for theatre capital work. The law also ends a prior $500,000 authorization for Everyman Theatre, setting it to $0. This means more money for one theatre and no state capital funds for the other.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsor

  • Craig J. Zucker

    Democratic • Senate

Cosponsors

There are no cosponsors for this bill.

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 222 • No: 3

House vote • 4/13/2026

Third Reading Passed

Yes: 134 • No: 3 • Other: 3

Senate vote • 4/13/2026

Third Reading Passed

Yes: 44 • No: 0 • Other: 3

Senate vote • 4/3/2026

Third Reading Passed

Yes: 44 • No: 0 • Other: 1

Actions Timeline

  1. Approved by the Governor - Chapter 176

    4/28/2026

  2. Passed Enrolled

    4/13/2026Senate

  3. Third Reading Passed (44-0)

    4/13/2026Senate

  4. Senate Concurs House Amendments

    4/13/2026Senate

  5. Third Reading Passed (134-3)

    4/13/2026House

  6. Second Reading Passed with Amendments

    4/11/2026House

  7. Favorable with Amendments {153225/1 Adopted

    4/11/2026House

  8. Favorable with Amendments Report by Appropriations

    4/11/2026House

  9. Rereferred to Appropriations

    4/6/2026House

  10. Referred Rules and Executive Nominations

    4/3/2026House

  11. Third Reading Passed (44-0)

    4/3/2026Senate

  12. Second Reading Passed with Amendments

    4/2/2026Senate

  13. Favorable with Amendments {643029/1 Adopted

    4/2/2026Senate

  14. Favorable with Amendments Report by Budget and Taxation

    4/2/2026Senate

  15. Hearing 4/01 at 1:00 p.m.

    3/31/2026Senate

  16. Referred Budget and Taxation

    3/11/2026Senate

  17. Motion Rules Suspend to Refer (Senator Zucker) Adopted

    3/11/2026Senate

  18. Motion Rules Suspend for Late Introduction (Senator Zucker) Adopted

    3/11/2026Senate

  19. First Reading Budget and Taxation

    2/26/2026Senate

Bill Text

  • Enacted

    4/28/2026

    PDF

  • Enrolled

    4/13/2026

    PDF

  • Third Reading

    4/2/2026

    PDF

  • First Reading

    3/11/2026

    PDF

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