Maryland · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 817: Carbon Dioxide Capture, Removal, and Sequestration Projects - Regulations and Standards for Biochar and Wood Vault Technologies

Passed one chamber Last action April 10, 2026: Referred Rules

Plain-language summary

HB 817 is a bill introduced in the Maryland House on February 4, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Carbon Dioxide Capture, Removal, and Sequestration Projects - Regulations and Standards for Biochar and Wood Vault Technologies. Primary sponsor: Linda Foley (Democratic), Dylan Behler (Democratic), David Fraser-Hidalgo (Democratic), Mary Lehman (Democratic), Lily Qi (Democratic), C.T. Wilson (Democratic), Anne Healey (Democratic), Darrell Odom (Democratic), Dana Stein (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 10, 2026): Referred Rules.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Linda Foley (Democratic); Dylan Behler (Democratic); David Fraser-Hidalgo (Democratic); Mary Lehman (Democratic); and 5 more.