Maryland SB229 establishes May as Maryland Native Plant Month, urging organizations and businesses to observe it.

Maryland SB229 designates May as Maryland Native Plant Month, recognizing the benefits of native plants to the state's natural environment. The Governor is required to issue an annual proclamation for this month, encouraging educational, environmental organizations, and businesses to participate with appropriate programs, events, and activities. The bill defines "native plant" as one that occurs naturally in Maryland and the surrounding region without human intervention or is listed as native on the Maryland Plant Atlas website.

Maryland SB229 establishes May as Maryland Native Plant Month, urging organizations and businesses to observe it.

Maryland SB229 designates May as Maryland Native Plant Month, recognizing the benefits of native plants to the state's natural environment. The Governor is required to issue an annual proclamation for this month, encouraging educational, environmental organizations, and businesses to participate with appropriate programs, events, and activities. The bill defines "native plant" as one that occurs naturally in Maryland and the surrounding region without human intervention or is listed as native on the Maryland Plant Atlas website.