Maryland SB986 requires owners or operators of stationary energy storage systems to fund specialized fire response training for local fire.
Maryland SB986 mandates that owners or operators of stationary energy storage systems must cover the costs of specialized fire response training for local fire departments, including specialized equipment for battery energy fire suppression. The State Fire Marshal is tasked with administering and enforcing this requirement and has the authority to adopt regulations to implement it. The Act will take effect on October 1, 2026.
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