Maryland · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 461: Economic Development - Rural Readiness Program and Rural Maryland Capacity Building Fund - Establishment

Enacted Last action May 12, 2026: Approved by the Governor - Chapter 543

Plain-language summary

HB 461 is a bill introduced in the Maryland House on January 23, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Economic Development - Rural Readiness Program and Rural Maryland Capacity Building Fund - Establishment. Primary sponsor: Natalie Ziegler (Democratic), Chris Adams (Republican), Dylan Behler (Democratic), Kris Fair (Democratic), Linda Foley (Democratic), Jeff Ghrist (Republican), Michele Guyton (Democratic), Ken Kerr (Democratic), Edith Patterson (Democratic), Lily Qi (Democratic), Pam Queen (Democratic), Sheree Sample-Hughes (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 12, 2026): Approved by the Governor - Chapter 543.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Natalie Ziegler (Democratic); Chris Adams (Republican); Dylan Behler (Democratic); Kris Fair (Democratic); and 8 more.