Maryland HB1617 establishes health innovation zones in Prince George's County to improve health outcomes and reduce disparities.
Maryland HB1617 creates health innovation zones in Prince George's County, focusing on areas with high health disparities and low access to essential services. The zones are designated in the Prince George's County Blue Line Corridor and near the border with the District of Columbia. Grocery stores, pharmacies, primary care providers, and specialty care providers in these zones are exempt from local zoning and land use laws. The Maryland Economic Development Corporation will provide funding starting in 2028 to encourage these businesses to establish in the zones.
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