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Maryland General Assembly · HB0784 · Approved by the Governor - Chapter 255 (Chapter 255)

Aquaculture - Placement of Shellfish, Bags, Nets, and Structures on Submerged Aquatic Vegetation - Extension

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Became law
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Officially: “Aquaculture - Placement of Shellfish, Bags, Nets, and Structures on Submerged Aquatic Vegetation - Extension Read the full text

2026 session

What it does

Extending to June 30, 2030, the authorization of a leaseholder of certain aquaculture leases, with prior written approval from the Department of Natural Resources, to place shellfish, bags, nets, and structures on submerged aquatic vegetation, subject to certain requirements.
From the official legislative record, shown verbatim. Not legal advice.

Where it is

First reading, house of origin · Feb 3, 2026
Hearing · Feb 25, 2026
Committee report, house of origin: Favorable · Mar 8, 2026
Second reading, house of origin: Passed · Feb 25, 2026
Third reading, house of origin: Passed · Feb 26, 2026
First reading, opposite house · Feb 26, 2026
Committee report, opposite house: Favorable · Apr 5, 2026
Second reading, opposite house: Passed · Mar 17, 2026
Third reading, opposite house: Passed · Mar 19, 2026

The numbers

1
sponsor on the bill

Sponsors

Delegate Jones, D.
Every fact on this page links to its source, starting with the official bill record. Last action: Approved by the Governor - Chapter 255 (as of Aug 30, 2026).