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HB 850

Workgroup on the Creation of a Data Dashboard for Public Work Contracts and Apprentices - Establishment

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Tiffany Alston and 27 co-sponsors

Maryland establishes a workgroup to create a public data dashboard tracking state public work contracts and apprenticeship programs for transparency and workforce development analysis.

Approved by the Governor - Chapter 717
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Bill Summary · HB 850

Legislative bill overview

HB 850 establishes a workgroup tasked with creating a data dashboard to track public work contracts and apprenticeship programs in Maryland. The bill became law in May 2025 after passing both chambers and receiving gubernatorial approval. The workgroup will develop systems for collecting, organizing, and publicly displaying information about state-funded construction contracts and related apprenticeship opportunities.

Why is this important

Public transparency regarding government contracts and workforce development programs affects taxpayers, workers, and businesses. A centralized dashboard could improve accountability in public spending, help identify apprenticeship opportunities for job seekers, and allow researchers and policymakers to analyze trends in public procurement and labor market development. This type of data infrastructure supports evidence-based decision-making on workforce initiatives.

Potential points of contention

  • Implementation costs and timeline: Creating and maintaining a comprehensive data dashboard requires funding, staffing, and technical infrastructure—details about these requirements and long-term maintenance aren't specified in the bill title
  • Data privacy and security: Collecting detailed contract and apprenticeship information raises questions about what personal information will be published, how it will be protected, and compliance with privacy regulations
  • Data standardization challenges: Aggregating information from multiple agencies and contractors requires consistent reporting standards, which can be difficult to implement across different organizations with existing systems

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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