Maryland · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 247: Biotechnology Investment Incentive Tax Credit - Conversion to Grant Program
Passed both chambers Official data
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- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 247 is a bill introduced in the Maryland Senate on January 16, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Biotechnology Investment Incentive Tax Credit - Conversion to Grant Program. Primary sponsor: Pam Beidle (Democratic), Malcolm Augustine (Democratic), Guy Guzzone (Democratic), Shelly Hettleman (Democratic), Nancy King (Democratic), Karen Young (Democratic), Cory McCray (Democratic), Jim Rosapepe (Democratic), Craig Zucker (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 13, 2026): Third Reading Passed.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 9
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pam Beidle | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 32 |
| Malcolm Augustine | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 47 |
| Guy Guzzone | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 13 |
| Shelly Hettleman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 11 |
| Nancy King | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 39 |
| Karen Young | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 3 |
| Cory McCray | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 45 |
| Jim Rosapepe | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 21 |
| Craig Zucker | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 14 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Third Reading Passed
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- Second Reading Passed with Amendments
- Favorable with Amendments {
- Favorable with Amendments Report by Ways and Means
- Hearing 3/24 at 1:00 p.m.
- Referred Ways and Means
- Third Reading Passed
- Second Reading Passed with Amendments
- Favorable with Amendments {
- Favorable with Amendments Report by Budget and Taxation
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