Del. April Rose

Primary HB 137

In committee · Maryland House of Delegates · Lead sponsor

Public Schools - Children Charged With a Crime of Violence - Prohibition on In-Person Attendance (School Safety Act of 2025)

Maddy summaryHB 137 prohibits students charged with a crime of violence (as defined in Maryland law) from attending public schools in person until the charge is dismissed or the student is found not delinquent. The bill requires local school systems to provide separate, alternative learning options for these students, such as home-based instruction or specialized programs, distinct from regular classrooms. These options must align with existing policies for students under similar legal supervision. The law applies specifically to public school students in Maryland and takes effect July 1, 2025.

EducationOpposes EducationRestricts in-person school access for students charged with violent crimes, requiring alternative learning options instead of supporting educational access.95% confidence

In committee Jan 9, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 1339

Signed into law · Maryland House of Delegates · Lead sponsor

Health Insurance - Hearing Aids for Adults - Coverage

Maddy summaryThis Maryland law requires health insurance plans and health maintenance organizations to cover hearing aids for adults who are prescribed, fitted, and dispensed by a licensed audiologist. The coverage applies to non-disposable devices designed to improve hearing in environments commonly experienced by adults and allows insurers to set a maximum benefit of $1,400 per ear every three years. If an adult chooses a hearing aid that costs more than the plan's limit, they can pay the difference without facing financial or contractual penalties for the provider. The law also permits insurance companies to offer benefits that are more generous than these minimum requirements. These provisions take effect on January 1, 2025.

Signed into law May 16, 2024 0 co-sponsors

Primary HB 557

Signed into law · Maryland House of Delegates · Lead sponsor

Sales and Use Tax Exemption - Aircraft Parts and Equipment - Repeal of Reporting Requirement and Extension of Sunset

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Maryland's tax exemption for parts and equipment used to repair, maintain, or upgrade aircraft. It keeps the exemption in place for smaller planes under 12,500 pounds and larger planes used primarily in interstate or foreign commerce. The law removes the requirement for the state Comptroller to report annually on lost tax revenue and job changes related to the exemption. Additionally, it extends the exemption's expiration date from June 30, 2025, to June 30, 2030.

Signed into law May 16, 2024 0 co-sponsors

Primary HB 1206

Signed into law · Maryland House of Delegates · Lead sponsor

Maryland-Ireland Trade Commission - Establishment

Signed into law May 9, 2024 0 co-sponsors

Primary HB 973

Signed into law · Maryland House of Delegates · Lead sponsor

Public Safety - Law Enforcement Agencies - Positive Community Feedback

Signed into law May 9, 2024 0 co-sponsors

Primary HB 581

Signed into law · Maryland House of Delegates · Lead sponsor

State Government - Permits, Licenses, and Certificates - Processing (Transparent Government Act of 2024)

Signed into law May 9, 2024 0 co-sponsors

Primary HB 715

Signed into law · Maryland House of Delegates · Lead sponsor

Fishing and Hunting Licenses and Trout Stamps - Complimentary Licenses and Stamp Exemption - Veterans Determined to be Unemployable

Signed into law May 9, 2024 0 co-sponsors

Primary HB 991

Signed into law · Maryland House of Delegates · Lead sponsor

Agriculture - Food Processing Residuals Utilization Permit - Establishment

Signed into law May 9, 2024 0 co-sponsors

Primary HB 850

Signed into law · Maryland House of Delegates · Lead sponsor

State Procurement - Small Business Preference Procurement

Signed into law May 9, 2024 0 co-sponsors

Primary HB 1281

Signed into law · Maryland House of Delegates · Lead sponsor

Economic Development - Tourism Zones - Designation and Benefits

Signed into law Apr 25, 2024 0 co-sponsors