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passed · Maryland · Senate Mar 26, 2026

SB 351: Private Passenger Motor Vehicle Insurance - Use of Programs That Measure the Operation of an Insured Vehicle

SB 351 requires Maryland auto insurers to disclose when they use programs that track driving behavior (like speed or braking) and establish clear processes for policyholders to correct errors in that data. It limits the types and amount of driving data insurers can collect, bans using such data to cancel policies or refuse renewals, and prohibits insurers from raising premiums in increments of less than six months after a policy starts. The law also mandates insurers to adopt governance plans to prevent unfair discrimination in how driving data affects rates. These changes apply to all private passenger vehicle insurance policies in Maryland, taking effect October 1, 2026.
Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRegulates insurer data collection for driving behavior, requiring disclosure, error correction, and limiting use - directly protects consumer data privacy per topic description.95% confidence
Alonzo Washington (D)
passed · Maryland · Senate Mar 26, 2026

SB 464: Commission to Examine the Expungement Laws of Maryland

SB 464 establishes a 10-member Commission to review Maryland's current expungement laws and processes, focusing on improving efficiency and equity. The Commission includes representatives from state government (like the Public Defender and State Court Administrator), legal advocates, workforce organizations, crime victims' groups, and two individuals with criminal records currently ineligible for expungement. It must examine existing laws, compare them with other states, and propose a streamlined, broader-expungement system by December 31, 2027. The bill expires automatically on June 30, 2028, without requiring further legislative action. This process directly affects how Maryland might reform its criminal record clearance system for residents.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill establishes commission to review expungement laws for efficiency/equity, directly advancing criminal justice reform by improving record clearance access and reducing barriers to reintegration.92% confidence
Nick Charles (D) Jeff Waldstreicher (D) Mike McKay (R) Will Smith (D) Mary-Dulany James (D)
passed · Maryland · Senate Mar 26, 2026

SB 483: Criminal Procedure - Automated Shielding (Clean Slate Act of 2026)

SB 483 (Clean Slate Act of 2026) automatically removes certain criminal records from public view without requiring individuals to apply. It affects people with eligible misdemeanor convictions (excluding domestic violence cases and specific assaults) that are at least 7 years old, or cases where all charges were dismissed (with at least 3 years elapsed since the outcome). The law requires the Department of Public Safety and the Judiciary to expunge all currently eligible cases by July 1, 2028, and then automatically process newly qualifying cases monthly starting August 1, 2028. Expungement means permanently removing all references to the case from electronic court records and the central repository, with no need for manual redaction.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeAutomatically expunges eligible misdemeanor records, reducing barriers to reentry and aligning with criminal justice reform goals to lower recidivism.95% confidence
Jeff Waldstreicher (D) Mike McKay (R) Will Smith (D) Charles Sydnor (D) Sara Love (D)
passed · Maryland · House of Delegates Mar 25, 2026

HB 1625: Public Health - Newborn Screening Program - Fees and Core Conditions

This bill updates Maryland's newborn screening program by changing how fees are set and how new tests are added to the screening panel. It requires the Department of Health to charge fees that cover all administrative, laboratory, and follow-up costs rather than setting a specific maximum amount. The bill also establishes a process where an advisory council must review risks, costs, and accessibility before the department decides whether to test for new conditions added to the national screening panel. Additionally, it extends the timeline for implementing new tests to two years if equipment or supplies are delayed, with required reporting to state committees.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill strengthens newborn screening program by ensuring full cost coverage and establishing advisory review for new tests, improving public health program effectiveness.85% confidence
Deni Taveras (D) Teresa Woorman (D) Heather Bagnall Tudball (D) Lesley Lopez (D) Aaron Kaufman (D)
passed · Maryland · House of Delegates Mar 25, 2026

HB 938: Anne Arundel, Montgomery, and Prince George's Counties - Crosswalk Monitoring Systems

HB 938 authorizes Anne Arundel County and the City of Annapolis to use crosswalk monitoring systems that record drivers failing to yield to pedestrians. If a driver is caught on camera not stopping for a pedestrian in a crosswalk, they may receive a citation and face a civil penalty. The bill specifies that fines for uncontested violations go directly to the local jurisdiction (county or city), while contested cases send fines to the District Court. It also prohibits contractors from being paid based on the number of citations issued. This bill directly affects drivers in those two jurisdictions who violate crosswalk yielding laws.
Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationAuthorizes crosswalk monitoring to penalize drivers failing to yield to pedestrians, directly enhancing road safety and pedestrian protection within transportation infrastructure.90% confidence
Dylan Behler (D) Marvin Holmes (D) Dana Jones (D) Anne Healey (D) Linda Foley (D)
passed · Maryland · Senate Mar 25, 2026

SB 588: Natural Resources - Complimentary Fishing and Hunting Licenses - Alterations

SB 588 amends Maryland law to expand eligibility for lifetime complimentary Chesapeake Bay and coastal sport fishing licenses. It adds criteria allowing the Department to issue these licenses to Maryland residents who are former prisoners of war, veterans deemed unemployable by the VA, or 100% service-connected disabled veterans, and to out-of-state applicants whose home states offer similar privileges. The bill also requires the Department to annually compile statistics on complimentary hunting licenses, including the names, occupations, and states of residence of recipients. All complimentary licenses remain free, non-transferable, and subject to a limit of 20 per state.
Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransExpands complimentary license eligibility to include veterans: former POWs, VA-unemployable, and 100% service-connected disabled veterans, directly providing a benefit and recognition.95% confidence
Bryan Simonaire (R)
passed · Maryland · Senate Mar 25, 2026

SB 559: Natural Resources - Recreational Fishery Data Collection Program - Established

SB 559 requires recreational anglers in Maryland with a Chesapeake Bay and coastal sport fishing license or registration to report their striped bass catches to the Department of Natural Resources. The bill mandates the Department to create regulations allowing multiple reporting methods, including a mobile app (to be prioritized where feasible) and alternatives for people without internet access. It directly affects all licensed recreational fishermen targeting striped bass in Maryland’s coastal waters and the Chesapeake Bay. The key provision is establishing a mandatory reporting system to improve catch data collection, with specific requirements for accessible and technologically flexible reporting options. The law takes effect January 1, 2027.
Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentRequires catch reporting for striped bass management, supporting sustainable fisheries conservation through data collection and resource monitoring.85% confidence
Jack Bailey (R)
passed · Maryland · Senate Mar 25, 2026

SB 554: Baltimore City Board of School Commissioners - Appointment Process and Compensation - Alterations

SB 554 eliminates the Baltimore City Public School Board Community Panel, which previously selected nominees for the school board. It changes the appointment process so the Mayor directly appoints board members (subject to Senate confirmation), replacing the prior system where the panel submitted candidate lists. The bill also modifies term lengths and vacancy procedures for appointed members but removes specific demographic requirements for board appointments. This directly affects how Baltimore City's school board members are selected and serves the Baltimore City Public School System. The changes take effect upon enactment, streamlining the appointment process.
Antonio Hayes (D)
passed · Maryland · Senate Mar 25, 2026

SB 754: Land Use - Preservation of Natural Resources

SB 754 authorizes Maryland local jurisdictions (cities and counties) to adopt local laws preserving natural resources like land, water, forests, wetlands, and floodplains. The bill adds specific preservation tools to local zoning authority, including transfer of development rights, conservation easements, open space programs, cluster subdivisions, and riparian/wetland buffer protections. It updates existing land use law (Section 7-101) to explicitly list these mechanisms as approved methods for protecting natural resources while facilitating development. The bill does not create statewide mandates but gives local governments additional legal options to implement conservation measures.
Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly authorizes local preservation tools (conservation easements, wetland buffers) for natural resources, directly advancing environmental protection through land use policy.95% confidence
Mary Washington (D)
passed · Maryland · Senate Mar 25, 2026

SB 608: Maryland Medical Assistance Plan and Health Insurance - Pharmacogenomic Testing - Required Coverage

SB 608 requires Maryland's Medicaid program (Maryland Medical Assistance Plan) and certain health insurers, nonprofit health plans, and health maintenance organizations to cover single-gene and multigene pharmacogenomic testing starting July 1, 2027. This applies specifically when a treating provider orders the test for patients with depression or anxiety who are considering a medication change, dose adjustment, or addition with a known gene-drug interaction. The bill limits prior authorization requirements to ensure timely access, mandating clear pathways, minimal documentation, and sufficient time for submissions without creating unnecessary delays. Noncompliance could result in penalties of up to $10,000 per violation plus $1,000 daily until resolved. The law aims to improve medication safety and effectiveness by making this genetic testing accessible for targeted patient groups.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates Medicaid/insurers to cover pharmacogenomic testing for depression/anxiety treatment adjustments, expanding access to personalized mental health care without prior authorization barriers.95% confidence
Johnny Mautz (R)
passed · Maryland · Senate Mar 25, 2026

SB 774: Health Insurance - Plan Benefits and Coverage - Annual Reporting (Transparency, Reporting, Understanding, Timeliness, and Honesty (TRUTH) in Mental Health Coverage Act)

SB 774, the "TRUTH in Mental Health Coverage Act," requires Maryland health insurance carriers to annually report detailed claims data on mental health and substance use coverage starting in 2028. This affects all insurers offering health benefit plans in Maryland, mandating they submit standardized data on access, network availability, and coverage for services like outpatient care, telehealth, and youth/adult services. The report must include breakdowns by facility type, provider specialty, service format, and geographic area. The Maryland Insurance Commissioner will make this data publicly available through a website and interactive dashboards to improve transparency for consumers.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates transparency in mental health coverage reporting to improve patient access and accountability, aligning with indicators for strengthening mental health services and protecting patient rights.90% confidence
Malcolm Augustine (D)
passed · Maryland · House of Delegates Mar 25, 2026

HB 1370: Town of Rising Sun - Stop Sign Monitoring Systems - Authorization of Pilot Program

HB 1370 authorizes the use of stop sign monitoring systems (camera systems that capture vehicles failing to stop completely at stop signs) on State highways within the Town of Rising Sun. It requires approval from the Cecil County Council for specific locations and mandates public notice through local government websites and newspapers. The bill modifies existing traffic law to clarify that these systems can only be deployed on State highways in Rising Sun with local council authorization, not in other areas. It does not create new penalties but formalizes the process for using these systems in the Town of Rising Sun. This directly affects drivers in Rising Sun who may receive citations for stop-sign violations captured by the systems.
Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationAuthorizes stop sign monitoring cameras on highways to enforce traffic safety, aligning with transportation safety enhancement indicators.95% confidence
Kevin Hornberger (R)
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