Rolling Out New Maryland Laws & Encouraging Covid-19 Trends

News From Annapolis | July 1, 2020

Delegate Susan Krebs, District 5

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In This Issue:

July 4th Independence Day
Maryland Laws Effective July 1, 2020
Reopening Plan for Assisted Living Announced
Carroll County Offers Additional Grants to Businesses
COVID-19 Resources

Happy Independence Day!

Hello Friends,

If there was ever a time to keep the Independence Day spirit alive, it is now. While COVID-19 may have curtailed our parades and fireworks, we will continue to celebrate our spirit and grit that built our free nation.

In reference to the recent destruction of statues, I support U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell when he recently said, " Americans know that an imperfect nation built by imperfect heroes is still the most perfect Union the world has ever seen."

In an attempt to offset revenue declines driven by the coronavirus pandemic. Governor Larry Hogan is proposing budget cuts across state government. Nothing has been decided yet, but I will keep you posted.

I wish you and your families a safe, healthy and fun-filled holiday!

Susan

Maryland Laws Effective July 1

Most of the new laws take effect October 1st, but some will go into effect July 1 as the state begins a new fiscal year.

Here are a few highlights:

HB631 State Board of Examiners of Nursing Home Administrators – Board Membership alters requirements for board applicants to the State Board of Examiners of Nursing Home Administrators and expands their ability to effectively act on a case by case basis.

HB739 Law Enforcement Body Camera Task Force This task force will: 1) Study economic storage options for audio and video recordings by body worn cameras 2) Recommend storage options while considering the local, county and state budgets. Report is due to the Governor December 1, 2020.

HB682 Income Tax - Subtraction Modification - Retirement Income Allows retirees to qualify for the full Pension Exclusion if they receive income from an IRA this is a roll over from retirement pension.

HB699 Special Education Ombudsman Establishes Special Education in the office of the Attorney General to serve as a resource of information and services to parents, students and educators regarding special education rights and services. The Ombudsman will submit a report folloing the state and federal guidelines concerning the State's Special Education Services.

HB862 Historic Revitalization Tax Credit Transferability (Historic Revitalization Tax Credit Improvement Act of 2020) allows the tax credit to be transferable under the Historic Tax Credit Program.

Complete List of 2020 General Assembly Legislation

Reopening Maryland

Some good news. . .

Thanks to the efforts of you and your families, the positivity rate for Maryland is now 4.84% and hospitalizations continue to decrease. As the Governor monitors the data, the restrictions put in place to stop the spread, are gradually being lifted.

A few updates:

Governor Larry Hogan announced a safe and phased reopening plan for Maryland’s assisted living facilities as part of the state’s commitment to protect vulnerable populations during the COVID-19 pandemic. This plan requires universal screenings and face coverings for staff and visitors, mandates widespread testing, and allows for limited visitation.

Assisted living facilities must meet a series of prerequisites to begin relaxing any restrictions, including:

The facility must not be experiencing an ongoing outbreak of COVID-19, defined as one or more confirmed cases of COVID-19 in a resident or staff member.

Absence of any facility-onset COVID-19 cases within the last 14 days.

Universal source control must be in place, requiring anyone else entering the facility to wear a face mask or cloth face covering at all times while in the facility.

Staff must have access to adequate personal protective equipment (PPE)

Read the Maryland Department of Health’s order and guidance .

Governor Hogan and Superintendent Salmon Announce $210 Million in COVID-19 Relief For Remote Learning and Targeted Tutoring

Carroll Rebound

Grant Application for Carroll Businesses and Nonprofits Available

The Carroll County Board of Commissioners announce Carroll Rebound , a program to be administered by the Carroll County Department of Economic Development, which will provide grants to eligible businesses and nonprofits to assist in their recovery efforts. The Carroll County Coronavirus Relief Fund Plan (CRF Plan) provides $4 million dollars for Carroll County to assist small businesses and nonprofits impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

“Our business and non-profit communities continue to suffer the effects of COVID-19 and the economic downturn,” said Board of Commissioner Vice President Ed Rothstein. “Carroll Rebound uses Coronavirus Relief Fund dollars to provide direct support to our impacted small businesses and assist them as they stabilize and revitalize their enterprises.”

For More Information on Carroll Rebound

Apply Here Deadline: July 15, 5:00pm

COVID-19 Resources

Are you eligible for the Families First Coronavirus Relief Act (FFCRA)?

New! Online Tool

COVID-19 Financial Relief Guide for Marylanders

Read the Governor's Proclamations, Executive Orders, and Interpretive Guidance

BUSINESS

Carroll County COVID-19 Information

Back to Business Recommendations and Best Practices

MARYLAND UNITES & Access to A-Z Resource Guide

MD DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

NURSING HOMES

COVID-19 TESTING SITES

EDUCATION

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