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signed · Maryland · House of Delegates May 26, 2026

HB 776: Juvenile Law - Child in Need of Supervision - Mandatory Petition (NyKayla Strawder Memorial Act)

HB 776, the NyKayla Strawder Memorial Act, requires Maryland intake officers to automatically file a petition declaring a child under 13 a "child in need of supervision" if the child is alleged to have caused a death through a criminal act (e.g., homicide or manslaughter). This applies specifically to cases where the child's actions would be a felony if committed by an adult. The bill removes the intake officer's discretion to handle such cases informally or dismiss them, mandating formal juvenile court processing. Law enforcement must also forward these complaints directly to the Department of Juvenile Services.

Topics ✗ Criminal Justice

signed · Maryland · House of Delegates May 26, 2026

HB 1203: Garrett County - Alcoholic Beverages Act of 2026

HB 1203 creates new rules for alcohol licensing and events in Garrett County. It adds a substitute member to the Board of License Commissioners and establishes a special event permit for Class 3 wineries and Class 4 limited wineries. The bill requires caterers serving alcohol to ensure food represents a specific portion of event costs, maintain service staff at all times, and disclose citizenship status on license applications. These changes apply directly to winery license holders, caterers, and the county's alcohol licensing board. The bill amends multiple sections of Maryland's alcoholic beverage code to implement these specific requirements.

signed · Maryland · Senate May 26, 2026

SB 803: Alcoholic Beverages - Class 3 Wineries and Class 4 Limited Wineries - Alterations

SB 803 allows Class 3 wineries (larger operations) to purchase bulk wine directly from Class 4 limited wineries (smaller operations), and permits Class 4 wineries to sell bulk wine to Class 3 wineries. This changes existing Maryland law by adding specific provisions to the licensing rules for these two winery types, enabling direct bulk wine transactions between them. The bill updates Sections 2-205(b)(3) and 2-206(c)(1)(III) of the Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis article in the Maryland Annotated Code. It takes effect July 1, 2026, and directly affects wineries holding these specific licenses.

signed · Maryland · House of Delegates May 26, 2026

HB 1425: Baltimore City - Alcoholic Beverages Licenses - Revisions

HB 1425 revises Baltimore City's rules for alcohol license holders by removing the September 30 deadline for paying a $120 fee to sell alcohol on certain Sundays (Thanksgiving to New Year's Day) and extending the annual deadline for submitting proof of paid personal property taxes from October 30 to March 30. It directly affects bars and restaurants holding Class A beer and light wine or Class A beer, wine, and liquor licenses in Baltimore City. The bill amends specific sections of Maryland law to change these timing requirements without altering the fees or sales restrictions. This is a procedural update focused on administrative deadlines, not new policy.

signed · Maryland · Senate May 26, 2026

SB 698: Vehicle Laws - Dangerous Accumulations of Snow and Ice - Removal From Exposed Vehicle Surfaces

SB 698 prohibits operating or towing any vehicle in Maryland if snow or ice remains on specified exposed surfaces - including the hood, windshield, roof, windows, trunk, truck cab, or trailer top - when that accumulation poses a threat to people or property. It imposes tiered fines: $25-$200 for non-commercial vehicles (with escalating penalties for repeat offenses) and $75-$1,000 for commercial vehicles. The law also increases penalties to $200-$1,000 for non-commercial or $500-$1,500 for commercial vehicles if the snow/ice violation contributes to an accident causing property damage, injury, or death. The bill takes effect October 1, 2026, and defines "exposed surfaces" to cover all relevant vehicle areas where snow/ice could fall or obstruct vision.

Topics ✓ Transportation

signed · Maryland · House of Delegates May 26, 2026

HB 1587: Gaming - Operation of Electronic Instant Bingo Machines and Report by State Lottery and Gaming Control Agency

HB 1587 removes a limit on handheld devices displaying bingo cards (previously capped at 54) and increases the maximum number of electronic instant bingo machines operators may use. It eliminates the requirement for paper tickets for each game, unless a player specifically requests one. The bill directly affects gaming venues operating electronic bingo machines in Maryland. These changes modify existing regulations to allow more flexible operation of electronic bingo systems under state law.

signed · Maryland · House of Delegates May 26, 2026

HB 991: Harford County - Alcoholic Beverages - Class HC (Health Club) License - Hours of Sale

HB 991 changes the hours during which health clubs in Harford County with Class HC licenses can sell alcoholic beverages. It extends the closing time from 9 p.m. to 11 p.m. daily for both 6-day and 7-day license holders. This directly affects Harford County health clubs that operate facilities with pools or pickleball courts and meet membership requirements (at least 150 dues-paying members). The bill modifies Maryland’s Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis Code (Sections 22-1004(d)) to implement this change, effective July 1, 2026.

signed · Maryland · House of Delegates May 26, 2026

HB 998: Baltimore City – Alcoholic Beverages – 46th Alcoholic Beverages District

HB 998 modifies Baltimore City's alcohol licensing rules. It authorizes the transfer of a specific Class B-D-7 license from the 40th district (Washington Boulevard) to the 46th district (South High Street), and allows establishments in the 46th district to serve donated alcohol at nonprofit events held on their premises under strict conditions. The bill also extends the expiration date for a license at Eastern Avenue until July 1, 2027, to facilitate renewal and transfer to a new location. These changes apply only to designated areas within Baltimore City's 46th alcoholic beverages district.

signed · Maryland · Senate May 26, 2026

SB 807: Alcoholic Beverages - Class 8 Farm Brewery Licenses

SB 807 establishes a new Class 10 farm distillery license in Maryland, allowing farms to produce, bottle, and sell distilled spirits (like whiskey or rum) made from Maryland-grown agricultural products. It directly affects farm-based distilleries, requiring them to engage in agritourism activities (such as hosting festivals, tours, or events) and limiting annual production to 100,000 gallons. The bill also permits Class 10 license holders to sell spirits wholesale within Maryland or to out-of-state buyers, while requiring all distilled products to use at least one Maryland agricultural ingredient. Additionally, it allows holders to apply for multiple Class 10 licenses or a Class 8 liquor wholesaler license under specific conditions.

signed · Maryland · Senate May 26, 2026

SB 524: Juvenile Records - Access by Baltimore City Mayor's Office

SB 524 allows Baltimore City's Mayor's Offices of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement, Children and Family Success, and African American Male Engagement to access confidential juvenile police and court records under specific circumstances. The bill modifies Maryland law to permit these offices to view records *only* when providing services to a child whose record is involved, for developing treatment plans or delivering programs. It explicitly states that this access does not violate confidentiality rules, but the offices would be liable for unauthorized releases of such records. The law directly affects Baltimore City's targeted offices and the children receiving services from them, while maintaining existing protections for juvenile records elsewhere.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

signed · Maryland · House of Delegates May 26, 2026

HB 1474: Baltimore County - Alcoholic Beverages Licenses - Transfers and Conversions

HB 1474 would change Baltimore County's rules for transferring and converting certain alcoholic beverage licenses. It allows businesses to transfer a Class B or Class D license from one election district to another if the original district has more licenses than its population-based limit (specifically, 10% more), and the new district has room for up to 25% more licenses than its limit. Transfers are limited to five total licenses and no more than two to any single district, and a Class D license must convert to Class B upon transfer - preventing further transfers or conversions. This affects alcohol license holders in Baltimore County, particularly those in districts exceeding population-based license limits, and takes effect July 1, 2026.

signed · Maryland · House of Delegates May 26, 2026

HB 1526: Carroll County - Alcoholic Beverages - Class 1 Distillery On-Premises Consumption Permit

HB 1526 creates a new "Class 1 Distillery On-Premises Consumption Permit" specifically for Carroll County. It allows existing Class 1 distillery license holders to sell mixed drinks (made from their own distilled spirits), food, and nonalcoholic beverages for on-premises consumption, with a limit of 7,750 gallons annually for mixed drinks. The permit requires compliance with alcohol awareness training and approval from the Carroll County Health Department for food sales. This bill modifies state alcohol laws to authorize this local permit, directly affecting Carroll County distilleries seeking expanded on-site sales.