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Sen. Brooks seeks permanent May designation as Maryland Native Plant Month
Education, Energy, and the Environment Committee · March 12, 2026
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Summary
Sen. Ben Brooks asked the committee to make May Maryland Native Plant Month by statute (SB 229); advocates, nurseries and the Department of Agriculture said the change is low‑cost and would support biodiversity, pollinators, and local nursery businesses.
Senate Bill 229 would designate May as Maryland Native Plant Month and move an existing gubernatorial designation into permanent law, sponsor Sen. Ben Brooks told lawmakers. "SB229 simply builds on that progress and make this recognition permanent in statute," Brooks said, asking for a favorable report.
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