Transportation

signed · Maryland · Senate May 12, 2026

SB 947: Maryland Transit Administration Reform Act

SB 947 establishes a new Board of Directors to govern Baltimore Core Transit Service (including local buses, light rail, subway, and paratransit) within the Maryland Transit Administration (MTA). It replaces the existing Baltimore Regional Transit Commission with this board, which includes five governor-appointed members (requiring representation from riders, accessibility users, transit providers, and union employees), plus mayoral and county executive appointees. The board will approve major service plans and policies for Baltimore transit operations, while the MTA must contract with the Baltimore Metropolitan Council to study creating a dedicated rail authority. This reform directly affects Baltimore-area transit users, MTA operations, and local government oversight of regional transit services.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationSB 947 establishes new governance board for MTA transit services with rider/worker representation, strengthening operational oversight of public transit infrastructure.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

signed · Maryland · House of Delegates May 12, 2026

HB 246: Video Tolls - Class G (Trailer) Vehicles - Liability

HB 246 clarifies that the registered owner of a Class G (trailer) vehicle is responsible for paying video tolls when a trailer passes through a toll facility without using an electronic toll system. The bill requires the Maryland Transportation Authority to send a notice of toll due to the registered owner’s address on file, giving them 30 days to pay before penalties apply. This directly affects commercial trailer owners who use Maryland toll roads, as it establishes clear billing procedures and penalties for unpaid tolls captured by video systems. The law updates existing toll regulations to specifically include trailers under video toll liability rules.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationClarifies toll billing for trailers, ensuring revenue collection for Maryland toll infrastructure, directly supporting transportation funding mechanisms.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

signed · Maryland · House of Delegates May 12, 2026

HB 451: Maryland Zero Emission Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Council - Membership, Duties, and Sunset Repeal

HB 451 extends the reporting deadlines and lifespan of Maryland's Zero Emission Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Council. It modifies the schedule for the Council's interim reports (now due December 1 annually through 2031, instead of 2024-2025) and moves the final report deadline to June 30, 2031 (from June 30, 2026). The bill also extends the Council's termination date from June 30, 2026 to June 30, 2031, keeping it active for five additional years. This procedural change directly affects the Council's operational timeline but does not alter the Council's purpose or policy recommendations.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyExtends Maryland's Zero Emission EV Infrastructure Council through 2031, maintaining focus on advancing EV infrastructure and renewable energy transition.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationExtends Council's work on zero-emission EV infrastructure, enabling continued development of sustainable transportation infrastructure beyond original timeline.92% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

signed · Maryland · House of Delegates May 12, 2026

HB 601: Montgomery County - Stop Sign Monitoring Systems Pilot Program - Gaithersburg and Rockville MC 5-26

HB 601 authorizes the use of stop sign monitoring systems in school zones within the City of Gaithersburg and the City of Rockville, expanding a pilot program previously allowed in Prince George’s County, Baltimore City, and Takoma Park. The bill requires local governments to approve these systems through local law after public hearings and mandates clear signage and public notice before implementation. It specifically limits the systems to school zones on local highways (for cities) or state highways (for the State Highway Administration), and defines "violation" as failing to stop completely at a stop sign. The policy change directly affects drivers navigating stop signs in school zones within these two cities during the pilot period.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationAuthorizes stop sign monitoring in school zones to enhance road safety, directly advancing transportation safety standards in infrastructure management.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

signed · Maryland · House of Delegates May 12, 2026

HB 593: Criminal Law - Interference With Critical Infrastructure or a Public Safety Answering Point

HB 593 amends Maryland's criminal law to specifically prohibit unauthorized actions intended to disrupt critical infrastructure or public safety answering points. It makes it a crime to intentionally access, copy data from, or possess access codes for systems like power grids, emergency call centers, or transportation networks with the intent to impair their function. The bill defines "critical infrastructure" as systems vital to public security, health, safety, or utilities, and explicitly includes ransomware attacks as a prohibited act. This law directly affects individuals who interfere with these essential systems, imposing criminal penalties for intentional disruption.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill criminalizes unauthorized interference with critical infrastructure systems, enhancing cybersecurity protections for essential services like emergency call centers and power grids.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill explicitly includes transportation networks in critical infrastructure protection, preventing disruptions to safety and operations.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

signed · Maryland · Senate Apr 28, 2026

SB 1007: Prior Authorizations of State Debt - Alterations

This bill amends existing state debt authorizations to update grant details for various community projects across Maryland. It directly affects multiple local organizations and municipalities that have received state funding for construction, renovation, and infrastructure improvements. The key provision allows the state to change grantee names, modify authorized project uses, and extend termination dates for several grants without requiring new legislation for each change. Specific projects include facilities for the National Road Museum, Harford Crisis Center, Imagination Stage, and various community centers, with funding amounts and deadlines being adjusted accordingly.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill updates state debt authorizations and grants for community projects, enabling continued funding for infrastructure and public works without requiring new legislation for each change.75% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill amends state debt authorizations to update grant details for community infrastructure projects, including construction and renovation that likely includes transportation improvements.75% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

signed · Maryland · House of Delegates Apr 28, 2026

HB 833: Commission to Advance Lithium-Ion Battery Safety in Maryland - Reestablishment

HB 833 reestablishes Maryland's Commission to Advance Lithium-Ion Battery Safety with updated membership and a focused mandate. The commission, composed of 27+ members including state agencies, fire departments, battery manufacturers, recyclers, and industry representatives, will study key safety issues like preventing fires in consumer/transportation applications, recycling standards, port/rail risks, and insurance impacts. It must submit an interim report by December 1, 2026, with recommendations on best practices, training, and regulatory approaches. This bill directly affects state agencies, first responders, and industries handling lithium-ion batteries, but does not enact new laws - only directs the commission to study and advise.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyPromotes safety standards for lithium-ion batteries used in renewable energy storage and EVs, supporting clean energy infrastructure adoption through mandatory safety studies and recycling standards.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentFocus on battery recycling standards and safety prevents pollution, aligning with environmental protection goals.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates commission to study lithium-ion battery safety in transportation applications, including fire prevention in vehicles/transit systems, directly enhancing transportation safety standards.92% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

signed · Maryland · House of Delegates Apr 14, 2026

HB 229: Maryland Transportation Authority - Revenue Bond Limit - Increase

HB 229 proposes to increase the Maryland Transportation Authority's (MDTA) annual limit for outstanding toll-revenue bonds from $4 billion to $5 billion, effective June 30 each year. This change directly affects the MDTA, allowing it to issue more bonds to fund transportation projects financed through toll revenue. The bill also specifies that the $5 billion cap would be reduced by any federal loans or drawn lines of credit under the Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act. The increase aims to provide greater flexibility for the MDTA to finance transportation infrastructure without requiring annual legislative approval for the bond limit. The bill is currently pending in committee after a favorable report.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationIncreases MDTA bond cap to fund transportation infrastructure projects via toll revenue, directly advancing infrastructure funding.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

passed · Maryland · Senate Apr 8, 2026

SB 789: Motor Vehicle Administration - Advanced Driver Assistance Systems Repairs - Study

SB 789 requires automotive repair facilities performing advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) recalibrations - such as those needed after windshield replacement - to obtain a license from Maryland's Motor Vehicle Administration. It mandates that facilities inform customers if ADAS recalibration is required, provide written confirmation that work meets manufacturer specs, and prohibits facilities from charging for unperformed services. The bill also bans insurance companies from withholding ADAS repair information in estimates and makes violations of these rules unfair trade practices under Maryland's Consumer Protection Act. This directly affects repair shops, insurance providers, and vehicle owners by standardizing ADAS recalibration procedures and increasing transparency in repair costs.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationRequires ADAS recalibration licensing to ensure safety compliance, enhancing vehicle safety standards under transportation regulations.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

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signed · Maryland · Senate Apr 8, 2026

SB 283: Creation of a State Debt – Maryland Consolidated Capital Bond Loan of 2026, and the Maryland Consolidated Capital Bond Loans of 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025

SB 283 authorizes Maryland to borrow $1.824 billion through a new 2026 capital bond loan, updating previous bond programs from 2015-2025. The funds will finance state construction, renovations, equipment, and grants to local governments for infrastructure projects, requiring matching local funds and strict spending deadlines. It modifies prior bond law provisions to clarify eligible uses, extend project timelines, and adjust budget allocations for ongoing capital projects. This bill primarily affects state agencies, local governments receiving grants, and public infrastructure projects across Maryland.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes $1.824B bond loan to fund infrastructure projects, advancing capital budget allocations for state construction and local grants without tax increases.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill allocates $1.824B for infrastructure construction, renovations, and grants requiring matching local funds, directly funding transportation infrastructure projects per topic description.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation