Laws and Bills in Maryland
HB 895 · Chapter 154 of 2026
Since October 1, 2026, Maryland bars large food retailers and third-party delivery services from using dynamic pricing or personal data to charge a consumer a higher price for tax-exempt food.
In ForceOct 1, 2026
Recent Developments in Maryland
Oct 1, 2026 · Law in force
Maryland’s food pricing law takes effect
Maryland’s Protection From Predatory Pricing Act took effect on October 1, 2026. Large food retailers and third-party delivery services can no longer use personal data or dynamic pricing to charge a shopper more for tax-exempt food.
Promotions, loyalty pricing and retention offers remain allowed. Enforcement starts with a 45-day cure period after notice from the Attorney General.
Apr 28, 2026 · State
Maryland becomes first state to restrict personalized food pricing
Maryland enacted HB 895 on April 28, 2026, the first state law restricting personalized pricing in food retail. It took effect October 1, 2026.