House of Representatives

Allocates $13.3M/year in recurring funds to DHHS to create more NC Pre‑K slots, expanding access for eligible 4‑year‑olds starting July 1, 2025.

Authorizes new natural gas generation in Maryland until 50% of energy comes from renewables (incl. nuclear); after that, MEA coordinates a phase-down as renewables rise.

Expands workers’ compensation claim form authorization to share medical, financial, and WCC custody records with attorneys, employers/insurers, UEF/SIF, speeding adjudication.

Creates a Class C-PCL license for OTP tobacconists to sell beer, wine and liquor on-site (10am-1am) with 60% tobacco receipts, $2,000 fee, smoking allowed; bill withdrawn.

One-time $14,525,000 Triad grants to OSBM for nine groups to fund health, safety, culture, parks/historic sites, violence prevention, and regional economic development.

Adds animal abuse protections to personal protection orders, letting courts bar abusers from harming, taking, or withholding pets owned by petitioners in domestic cases.