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MD HB1347

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/12/2026

Primary Sponsor

Terry Baker

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Establishes a Task Force to Study Postrelease Services and Requirements, chaired by the Secretary of Public Safety and Correctional Services

  • Task Force membership includes two State Senators, two House Delegates, the Secretary of Public Safety and Correctional Services (or designee), and the President of the Maryland State's Attorneys' Association (or designee)

  • Task Force must study each type of release from incarceration in Maryland and examine postrelease programs designed to prevent recidivism, then make recommendations for improvements

  • Final report with findings and recommendations due to the Governor and General Assembly by July 1, 2027

  • Act takes effect June 1, 2026 and automatically sunsets on June 30, 2028

Legislative Description

Task Force to Study Postrelease Services and Requirements (Bri's Law)

Reports

Last Action

Hearing 3/05 at 1:00 p.m.

2/16/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary2/12/2026

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