MD SB74

Raises the mandatory retirement age for Maryland judges from 70 to 75 years old across all court levels, including circuit courts, appellate courts, the Supreme Court of Maryland, and District Court

Requires a constitutional amendment to Article IV of the Maryland Constitution, necessitating three-fifths approval from both houses of the General Assembly

Allows judges to serve 15-year terms (circuit courts) or 10-year terms (appellate and District Court judges) and remain eligible for reelection or reappointment until reaching age 75

Permits the Chief Justice to assign former judges up to age 75 to sit temporarily in courts statewide

Submits the proposed amendment to Maryland voters at the November 2026 general election for adoption or rejection