Natural Resources - Maryland Heritage Areas Authority - Funding and Grants

Summary

The legislation authorizes the Maryland Heritage Areas Authority to provide grants and loans to local governments and other entities for planning, development, preservation, and management of certified heritage areas. It lowers the share of Open Space funds that can cover operating costs to 7% (or $600,000, whichever is greater) and raises the total amount that can be transferred to the Authority’s revolving fund from $3 million to $9 million. The changes aim to boost resources for heritage‑area revitalization while tightening expense rules.

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