Maryland SB585 establishes a Human-Relevant Research Fund under the Department of Agriculture.

Maryland SB585 establishes a Human-Relevant Research Fund to collect contributions from research facilities. The fund is managed by the Department of Agriculture, replacing the previous system under the Department of Health. Contributions are based on the number of animals reported in the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service Form 7023. Facilities failing to pay the required contribution may face civil penalties. The bill repeals previous animal testing and research contribution sections and adds new provisions under the Human-Relevant Research Fund Contribution Collection.

Maryland SB585 establishes a Human-Relevant Research Fund under the Department of Agriculture.

Maryland SB585 establishes a Human-Relevant Research Fund to collect contributions from research facilities. The fund is managed by the Department of Agriculture, replacing the previous system under the Department of Health. Contributions are based on the number of animals reported in the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service Form 7023. Facilities failing to pay the required contribution may face civil penalties. The bill repeals previous animal testing and research contribution sections and adds new provisions under the Human-Relevant Research Fund Contribution Collection.