Maryland HB386 modifies funding for the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, including annual appropriations and withholding conditions.

Maryland HB386, the Metro Funding Modification Act of 2026, mandates the Governor to include an appropriation in the annual State budget for the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority's capital costs. The bill requires the withholding of 35% of the appropriation if the Authority receives a modified audit opinion or fails to meet certain conditions. Additionally, the bill mandates annual reports on the safety, financial performance, and ridership of the Authority's rail and bus systems.

Maryland HB386 modifies funding for the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, including annual appropriations and withholding conditions.

Maryland HB386, the Metro Funding Modification Act of 2026, mandates the Governor to include an appropriation in the annual State budget for the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority's capital costs. The bill requires the withholding of 35% of the appropriation if the Authority receives a modified audit opinion or fails to meet certain conditions. Additionally, the bill mandates annual reports on the safety, financial performance, and ridership of the Authority's rail and bus systems.