Bill Positions

Bill Number: SB 508

Bill Title: Environment - Permit Process - Modifications

Bill Sponsor(s): Sen. Stone

Subject: Environment & Energy

Committee: EHE

Bill Summary: This bill requires the Department of the Environment to provide an opportunity for a contested case hearing under specified circumstances. It alters specified public hearing and notice requirements, and establishes an Environmental Leadership Group.

History: None

Chamber Position: Oppose

Position Summary: This legislation would prolong the permit process, which is likely to delay the advancement of projects.

For this reason, the Maryland Chamber of Commerce opposes this legislation

Position Statement: Click here to download a pdf version of the Maryland Chamber's position statement.

Chamber Staff: Allyson Black

General Assembly: Click here to view the bill on the Maryland General Assembly's website.