Legislative Priorities & Critical Issues
Championing policies that benefit companies, employees and communities
Our 2026 Legislative Agenda: Your Input Needed
Reflecting on 2025
The 2025 session was marked by significant achievements, with key policies enacted that aimed to improve Maryland’s business environment and community well-being. For a recap of these accomplishments, visit the webpage and watch the recording of our 2025 Legislative Recap Webinar. The full legislative report is also available, offering a detailed analysis of the session's outcomes.
Shape the Future: Get Involved
Your voice is crucial as we develop our 2026 priorities. Join a policy committee to contribute your perspective and expertise. Together, we will craft policies that enhance Maryland’s business climate and support thriving communities.
Policy Agenda Areas
We are considering critical issues and priorities around the following areas for our 2026 legislative agenda and invite your feedback:
- Business Regulations and Operations
- Maryland’s Tax Climate
- Employment and Labor Laws
- Health Care and Biopharma Regulations
- Transportation and Infrastructure
- Energy and Environment Regulations
- Civil Liability
- Cyber, Technology and Data Privacy
- Workers' Compensation and Unemployment Insurance
- Education and Workforce Development
2025 STATE ISSUE
Business Taxes
We stand ready to work with the legislature and administration towards a solution that prioritizes responsible government spending, includes targeted cuts that maintain key government programs, and avoids new cost burdens on businesses that reduce economic opportunities for all Marylanders.
2025 STATE ISSUE
Transportation Funding Solutions
It is imperative the General Assembly take steps to address the sustainability of the Transportation Trust Fund and its reliance on the gas tax as a key funding source. Enhanced and sustainable funding solutions are necessary for Maryland’s economy and the safe and efficient movement of people and goods throughout our state.
2025 STATE ISSUE
Data Privacy & AI
We support the development of a regulatory framework that addresses both data privacy and artificial intelligence in a manner that balances innovation with consumer protection. Maryland’s current data privacy law, passed in 2024, contains inconsistencies and compliance challenges compared to other states.
2025 STATE ISSUE
Climate Tax Policies
The Maryland Chamber advocates for a balanced approach to achieving the state’s climate goals that fosters economic growth. As we strive to meet the said goals established under the Climate Solutions Now Act, it is imperative that we pursue strategies that do not impose undue financial burdens on our businesses and consumers.
2025 STATE ISSUE
Increasing Child Care Availability
We have supported legislation and budget initiatives in the past several sessions aimed at incentivizing the opening of new childcare facilities and the expansion of existing ones. The cost and availability of childcare remains a contributing factor to Marylander’s decisions to return to the workforce.
Get involved
Join a policy committee today and help us drive the legislative agenda for 2025. Together, we will work to create a thriving business environment and vibrant communities across Maryland. For more information, please contact us at governmentaffairs@mdchamber.org.