Maryland § 8-706 - IN EFFECT
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 8-706 — IN EFFECT, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 8-706. IN EFFECT
IN EFFECT
// EFFECTIVE UNTIL JUNE 30, 2031 PER CHAPTER 645 OF 2021 //
(a) To maximize participation in the Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program, in fiscal years 2023 through 2031, inclusive, a landowner who enrolls land planted with a forested streamside buffer shall receive a one–time signing bonus of up to $1,000 per acre of land enrolled.
(b) Signing bonuses provided under this section shall be funded with:
(1) Money appropriated under subsection (c) of this section; and
(2) The amount specified in § 9–1605.2(i)(11)(i) of the Environment Article.
(c) (1) For fiscal year 2024, the Governor shall appropriate $2,500,000 in the annual State budget to fund tree planting under this section and other tree planting programs on agricultural land.
(2) For each of fiscal years 2025 through 2031, the Governor shall appropriate $500,000 in the annual State budget to fund tree planting under this section and other tree planting programs on agricultural land.
(3) Money appropriated under this subsection is supplemental to and may not take the place of funding that would otherwise be appropriated for tree plantings under this section and other tree planting programs on agricultural land.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 8-706
What does Maryland Code § 8-706 cover?
Section 8-706 ("IN EFFECT") is part of the Maryland Code, the codified statutory law of Maryland. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Maryland § 8-706?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 8-706" (Maryland). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Maryland law?
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How does Maryland § 8-706 apply to my situation?
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