Md. Code Regs. 15.07.01.08

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 22, November 1, 2024

Section 15.07.01.08 - Transporting Bees

A person may transport through Maryland a bee colony only under the following conditions:

A. Each bee colony shall be screened or covered at all times to prevent bees from escaping;

B. An operator of a motor vehicle transporting bees shall keep the bees from being agitated by operating the vehicle's motor at all times unless refueling, or unless the bees are enclosed in a refrigerated section of the vehicle where the temperature is maintained at 45°F;

C. A motor vehicle containing bees may not be operated more than 1 mile from any interstate highway; and

D. If bees are released for any reason from a vehicle, the operator or other responsible person shall report the release immediately to the Maryland Department of Agriculture and Maryland State Police.

Md. Code Regs. 15.07.01.08

Regulation .08 adopted effective December 24, 2012 (39:25 Md. R. 1615)