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HB 1618·MD·house

Department of the Environment - Procedures for Permitting Efficiency - Requirements

In CommitteeFiled Feb 20, 2026
Sponsor: Qi
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In the House - First Reading House Rules and Executive Nominations

Feb 20, 2026

Summary

The bill orders the Department of the Environment, working with the Department of Commerce, to adopt new procedures that speed up environmental permit approvals for companies in manufacturing sectors. It mandates a 60‑day decision window, a dedicated help person (navigator), and a single online portal for submissions. The goal is to reduce delays for businesses while maintaining environmental oversight.

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