§ 2–1213
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Envir. § 2-1213 (2026)
Title 2. Ambient Air Quality Control
Subtitle 12. Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reductions
§ 2–1213LinkCopy Citation
(a)
On or before July 1, 2026, and every 6 months thereafter, the Department shall report to the General Assembly, in accordance with § 2–1257 of the State Government Article, on:
(1)
Any changes in federal environmental policy that have been deemed legally valid by a final decision of a federal court, including any change that:
(i)
Rescinds a finding that the greenhouse gas emissions from new motor vehicles and engines cause air pollution that may endanger public health or welfare;
(ii)
Repeals greenhouse gas emissions standards for motor vehicles and engines;
(iii)
Repeals greenhouse gas emissions standards for stationary sources; or
(iv)
Impacts the Department’s administration of any federally delegated authority; and
(2)
If there has been a change in federal environmental policy that is required to be reported under paragraph (1) of this section, the steps the State is taking in response to the change.
(b)
(1)
The initial report submitted under subsection (a) of this section shall describe any changes in federal environmental policy that have occurred since January 1, 2024.
(2)
Each report submitted after the initial report shall describe any changes in federal environmental policy that have occurred during the immediately preceding 6 month period.