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MD HB1076
Bill
Status
2/10/2026
Primary Sponsor
Stephanie Smith
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AI Summary
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Public senior higher education institutions (University System of Maryland, Morgan State University, St. Mary's College) and community colleges must submit annual reports to the Maryland Higher Education Commission by September 1, 2026 on campus contraception access
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Community colleges must provide students access to all methods of over-the-counter contraception through student health centers, retail establishments, vending machines, or other campus-based methods
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Annual reports must detail how students access contraception, whether all OTC methods are available, amounts provided, and how institutions consulted with students and student organizations
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The Maryland Higher Education Commission must compile and report the collected information to the General Assembly by October 1 each year
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The Maryland Department of Health may assist community colleges with plan development and connecting with organizations experienced in contraception vending machine distribution
Legislative Description
Higher Education Institutions - Over-the-Counter Contraception - Access and Reporting
Reports
Last Action
Favorable Report by Appropriations
3/16/2026