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MD HB1170

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/11/2026

Primary Sponsor

Unknown

Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes the placement and use of speed monitoring systems (speed cameras) on U.S. Route 1 (Washington Boulevard) in Howard County
  • Adds this location to the existing list of approved highways where speed cameras may be deployed throughout Maryland
  • Speed monitoring systems under this law capture images of vehicles traveling at least 12 miles per hour above the posted speed limit
  • Local jurisdictions must still enact local law with reasonable notice and public hearing before deploying speed cameras
  • Effective date: October 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Howard County - Speed Monitoring Systems - Expansion of Authorization Ho. Co. 9-26

Highways

Last Action

Hearing 2/26 at 1:00 p.m.

2/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Environment and Transportation2/11/2026

Full Bill Text

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